A group of 40 students from the World Skill Center, Bhubaneswar (WSC) selected from the 2022-23 batch under the 'Student Exchange' programme reached Singapore on Saturday.
Chairperson Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA) and CEO WSC Alka Misra wished the students good luck on the occasion. This new experience will elevate their knowledge and skills while infusing them with enthusiasm, she said.
Aliva Priyadarshini Sahu, a student of Electrical Technology at WSC mentioned, "Singapore offers a wealth of learning opportunities, especially in the field of drones and robotics. I will explore the same and get an opportunity to experience different aspects of Singapore."
Ayush Pradhan, a student pursuing Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration shared, "I never imagined that I would get the chance to polish my skills abroad. I look forward to learning new things in Singapore & experiencing a different atmosphere.”
As part of an MoU signed between OSDA, Government of Odisha and the Government of Singapore, this 'Student Exchange' programme is organized every year. During the visit, the students from WSC take advanced training at Institute Technical Education (ITE) and get an opportunity to interact with fellow students from the institute. Moreover, these students will get a chance to explore various places at this global destination.