Jharsuguda : NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has successfully trained 210 youth under its NLC Talabira Thermal Power Project (NTTPP) Skill Development Programme in Odisha, reaffirming its commitment to empowering project-affected families through vocational training, employment opportunities, and entrepreneurship.
The initiative is part of the company’s broader efforts to create sustainable livelihoods, improve employability, and contribute to the Government of India’s flagship missions, including Skill India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Vocational Training Across Key Trades
Under the programme, 210 young participants received industry-oriented vocational training designed to equip them with practical skills for employment and self-employment.
The training included:
- 30 youth who successfully completed the Industrial Electrician course, preparing them for careers in the electrical and industrial sectors.
- 180 participants who underwent training in the Self-Employed Tailor trade, enabling them to establish their own tailoring businesses or secure employment in the garment industry.
The programme aims to enhance the economic independence of beneficiaries by providing market-relevant skills that can generate long-term income opportunities.
Certificates and Sewing Machines Distributed
As part of the latest phase of the initiative, 60 trainees successfully completed the Self-Employed Tailor course.
To support their transition into self-employment, the trainees were presented with:
- Training completion certificates
- Sewing machines to help them establish independent tailoring businesses
The certificate and equipment distribution ceremony was attended by the Collector & District Magistrate of Jharsuguda and Mr. Santosh C. S., Executive Director & Project Head, NTTPP, who congratulated the trainees and encouraged them to utilize their newly acquired skills to build sustainable careers.
Next Batch Begins Training
Continuing its commitment to community development, NLC India simultaneously inducted another 60 youth into the next batch of the Self-Employed Tailor training programme.
With this new batch, the company is moving closer to its goal of training 300 youth under the tailoring initiative, further expanding livelihood opportunities for families residing in the project area.
Supporting Skill India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat
According to NLC India Limited, the skill development programme has been designed to:
- Improve employability among rural youth
- Promote entrepreneurship and self-employment
- Create sustainable livelihood opportunities
- Support project-affected communities
- Contribute to the Government’s Skill India Mission
- Advance the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India)
The company believes that vocational training, combined with practical tools and industry-relevant skills, can significantly improve the socio-economic conditions of local communities while fostering inclusive development.
Strengthening Community Development
The initiative forms an important part of NLC India’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and community engagement efforts around the NLC Talabira Thermal Power Project.
By investing in skill development, the company aims to ensure that local youth benefit directly from the economic opportunities created by the project, thereby strengthening community participation and promoting sustainable regional development.
Key Highlights
- NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has trained 210 youth under its NTTPP Skill Development Programme in Odisha.
- 30 trainees successfully completed the Industrial Electrician course.
- 180 participants received training in the Self-Employed Tailor trade.
- 60 trainees were awarded certificates and sewing machines to support self-employment.
- Another 60 youth have joined the next batch of the tailoring programme.
- The company is working towards its target of training 300 participants under the tailoring initiative.
- The programme supports Skill India, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihood creation for project-affected families.
Through its expanding skill development initiatives, NLC India Limited continues to demonstrate its commitment to inclusive growth, community empowerment, and sustainable development. By equipping local youth with employable skills and entrepreneurship opportunities, the company is helping build stronger, self-reliant communities while contributing to India’s long-term socio-economic development goals.
