The Directorate of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Panaji, and Government ITI Margao jointly organized the “World Youth Skill Day” program on 15th July 2023 at Ravindra Bhavan Margao. The event aimed to offer apprenticeship contracts to selected candidates under the Chief Minister’s Apprenticeship Policy. 39 NSS volunteers attended the program.
The program commenced with a warm welcome address delivered by Shri. Rama Naik, the Principal of Government ITI Margao. He also introduced the esteemed Chief Guests for the occasion, Shri. Subhash Uttam Phal Dessai, Hon’ble Minister for Social Welfare, and Shri. Ulhas Yeshwant Tuenkar, Hon’ble MLA of Navelim Constituency.
Following the introduction of the Chief Guests, the ceremony proceeded with the presentation of apprenticeship contracts to the selected candidates who had registered for various posts. The distribution of these contracts marked a significant step in providing valuable opportunities to the young aspirants.
A notable highlight of the event was the live online session with the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant. In his inspiring speech, he emphasized the immense importance of apprenticeship in honing the skills and abilities of the youth. He encouraged all the participants to seize every opportunity available to them and strive for excellence in their chosen fields.
Shri. Subhash Phal Dessai shared valuable insights, stressing the need to shift the mindset of people regarding public and private sector jobs. He also conveyed the Government’s commitment to conducting all future recruitments through the Staff Selection Commission and based on merit.
At the end, faculty in-charge of Government ITI Margao proposed the Vote of Thanks.
