JALANDHAR
Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Aggarwal today inspected the ongoing renovation work at the Multi
Skill Development Centre located in the Leather Complex on Kapurthala Road.
During the visit, accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner (Urban Development) Jasbir Singh, the
Deputy Commissioner directed officials from the Public Works Department to accelerate the pace of
renovation work. He emphasized that the Multi Skill Development Centre, located in an industrial zone and
capable of opening new employment avenues for youth, should be developed in the most effective manner with no compromises in quality. He mentioned that the Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has adopted multi multi-pronged strategy to make youngsters skilled so that they can earn their livelihood.
Reiterating the Punjab Government’s commitment to providing skill training to youth and paving the way for employment opportunities, Dr. Aggarwal stated that this Centre, set up in the industrial area, will help young people acquire vocational skills and secure jobs. He added that, keeping in mind the employment prospects of youth and industry demands, various skill-based courses will be conducted through training partners at the Centre.
The Deputy Commissioner informed that the nearby girls’ hostel is being developed as a Migration Support Centre. Here, temporary accommodation and other necessary facilities will be provided to trainees until they secure jobs, ensuring they do not face any inconvenience during the transition period.
Dr. Aggarwal further stated that the District Administration is making sincere efforts to provide maximum
training and employment opportunities to youth, and the Multi Skill Development Centre will play a vital
role in shaping the future of young individuals.Prominent amongst others present on the occasion included Assistant Commissioner (UT) Mukilan R., PWD Executive Engineer Sandeep Kumar, Block Mission
Manager Suraj Kaler, and others.