The Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS), Thoubal conducted a certificate distribution event of successful beneficiaries under PM Vishwakarma scheme at the WWAGS Central hall Wangjing, Thoubal district on Saturday.
The event witnessed the presence of Nepram Kunjo Singh, chairman, JSS Thoubal as president, KI Meitei, chief advisor WWAGS as chief guest while Narengbam Binoy, councillor Ward number 5, Wangjing Lamding MMunicipal Council, Heikrujam Gourango Singh, councillor Ward number 6, WLMC, Yumnam Ibopishak , councillor Ward 3 WLMC, L Jelshyam Singh, Associate Professor, Thoubal College, L Premananda Singh, General Secretary, WWAGS and H Dhiren, chairman JSS, Thoubal as guest of honours respectively.
In his keynote address, Karanjeet Laishram, the Director of JSS, Thoubal, emphasized the critical need for a substantial skill pool in India to combat poverty and unemployment. He expressed appreciation for the Government of India’s role in providing essential infrastructure to tackle these societal challenges effectively. Other dignitaries extended their congratulations to the Vishwakarma beneficiaries.
They appreciated the efforts of JSS, Thoubal, in imparting valuable skills and recognized the positive impact on the lives of the beneficiaries. They also motivated the recipients to utilize their acquired skills for personal growth and national development.
H Dhiren Singh, expressed his willingness to continue providing PM Vishwakarma certificates in Chandel district, Manipur. This commitment further underscores the program’s impact and outreach.
L Jelshyam raised a crucial concern about the credit to be provided by banking partners under the PM Vishwakarma scheme. His emphasis on the financial aspect of the program reflects the importance of ensuring comprehensive support for beneficiaries beyond skill development.
The collaboration between government bodies, educational institutions, and organizations like JSS showcases a collective effort in building a skilled and empowered workforce for the nation’s progress, he added.
It may be mentioned here that the PM Vishwakarma scheme is a scheme taken up by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India. Certain benefits under this scheme includes collateral free loan upto rupees 3 lakh, toolkit incentive of rupees 15 thousand, training for skill upgradation with stipend, marketing support and others.
