Dhubri: A skill development initiative aimed at fostering self-employment in the jute industry successfully concluded at UCO Rural Self Employment Training Institute (RSETI) in Dhubri.
Supported by both the central and Assam governments, the programme trained 34 participants, equipping them with practical skills to launch their own businesses.
The training featured expert-led sessions by Juri Baruah, a domain skill trainer, and Debodotta Chaki, an Entrepreneurship Development Programme trainer at UCO RSETI.
Participants received hands-on experience in jute product manufacturing and business management, enhancing their ability to enter the industry as entrepreneurs.
State Director for RSETI Assam, Pankaj Kumar Baruah, emphasized the programme’s role in promoting economic independence. “These initiatives empower individuals to stand on their own feet, support their families, and contribute to *Atmanirbhar Bharat,” he stated.
Meanwhile, Director of UCO RSETI Dhubri, Apun Pratim Handique, highlighted how the initiative aligns with India’s vision of self-sufficiency. Participants expressed optimism about applying their newly acquired skills for sustainable livelihoods.
Afruza Begum, one of the beneficiaries, remarked, “This initiative marks another step toward entrepreneurial empowerment, strengthening our economies and contributing to India’s larger goal of self-sufficiency through skill development.”
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