Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Nov 10: The Centre for Capacity Building & Skill Development, in collaboration with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), initiated a skill development program targeting tribal women in Bandipora.
The program aimed to empower and upskill young women belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category in Bazipora, Bandipora. The inauguration ceremony was graced by the presence of Prof Nilofer Khan, Vice Chancellor of University of Kashmir.
Prof Nilofer Khan, in her inaugural address, emphasized the importance of such programs in uplifting marginalized communities and providing them with avenues for self-reliance. She said that, the event was designed to not only kick-start the upskilling initiative but also shed light on the collaborative efforts of the Centre at the grassroots level.
Dr Nissar Ahmad Mir, the Registrar of KU, assured continued support for such initiatives, emphasizing the university’s commitment in contributing to the community’s holistic development.
Dr Aadil Bashir, Coordinator of the Centre for Capacity Building & Skill Development, provided insights into the Center’s new mandate, formerly known as SRC (Skill Resource Centre).
Aadil Ahsan from SIDBI shared the organization’s role in livelihood generation and its ongoing interventions across different regions of the country. The collaborative effort between the University of Kashmir and SIDBI signifies a joint commitment to fostering skill development and economic sustainability in tribal communities, he added.
The beneficiaries, expressing their satisfaction, conveyed their appreciation for the establishment of the Skill Development Centre for fashion designing in a remote area. They shared their optimism about acquiring valuable skills that would undoubtedly pave the way for self-sufficiency in the future.
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