New Delhi: Hindustan Urvarak and Rasayan Limited (HURL) announced the launch of its Skill Development Project "SAKSHAM," marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to corporate responsibility and youth empowerment. The inauguration ceremony, held on Wednesday at the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) in Lucknow, commenced training for the first two batches of unemployed youth from economically weaker sections, with 40 candidates per batch. 
 

The SAKSHAM project aims to equip 320 unemployed youth across HURL's operational regions in Gorakhpur, Begusarai, and Dhanbad with essential industry-relevant skills. Training will be conducted at CIPET centres in Lucknow, Varanasi, Ranchi, and Hajipur, offering six-month, fully residential courses in two key fields: Machine Operator - Plastic Processing and Machine Operator - Injection Moulding.
 

The inauguration ceremony was graced by SP Mohanty, Managing Director of HURL, who emphasized the critical importance of skill development in today’s economy. He was joined by Dr SN Yadav, Principal Director of CIPET Lucknow, along with officials from both HURL and CIPET.
 

The event began with the lighting of the lamp and a plantation ceremony led by Mohanty, symbolizing growth and renewal. It also included a centre visit and the distribution of learning kits to students, marking the start of their transformative journey.
 

In his address, Mohanty highlighted that SAKSHAM is designed to enhance the employability of youth by equipping them with industry-relevant skills, enabling them to secure better job opportunities and contribute to their communities’ economic growth. He also emphasized the initiative’s long-term impact in building a sustainable and skilled workforce.
 

“This is a proud moment for HURL as we partner with CIPET to provide youth with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market,” said Mohanty. “We are committed to empowering these young individuals, unlocking their full potential, and shaping a brighter, more promising future for them.”

BI Bureau