The Skill Development and Technical Education Department and Commerce and Transport Department are collaborating with GMR Aero Academy (GMRAA) to extend aviation-related skilling to youths of Odisha.
Accordingly, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Directorate of Aviation, Directorate of Skill Development cum Employment with GMR. The event was graced by Minister Commerce and Transport Tukuni Sahu and Minister Skill Development and Technical Education Pritiranjan Gharai, and other dignitaries.
The MoU with Skill Development and Technical Education Department will provide pathway for skilling of more than 300 Odia youths in specialized courses like Certification in Airport Operations (CAO), Basic Fire Fighters Course (BFFC) and Air Cargo Management Executive (ACME).
The partnership has been possible because of the flexibility and agility given under the aspirational NUA-O Scheme which opens pathway for Odia youths to avail skilling courses in futuristic and aspirational trades.
Similarly, the MoU with Commerce and Transport Department through the Biju Patnaik Aviation Centre (BPAC) will open opportunities for Odia youths to upskill themselves in aviation-focused courses, equipping them with credentials and expertise for diverse roles across the aviation landscape.
Thus, these MoUs are executed under the overarching umbrella of the Biju Patnaik Aviation Center at Birasal in Dhenkanal, reinforcing the Skilled in Odisha brand.
Minister Sahu said that transformation is not only creating employment opportunities for the youths but also contributing to the realisation of a Nutana Odisha.
Minister of Skill Development and Technical Education, Gharai emphasized that Skilled In Odisha has attained a global presence. He underscored the significance of the partnership with GMR on the historic occasion, stating that it will enhance the value proposition.
Principal Secretary Skill Development and Transport Usha Padhee in her welcome address mentioned that in the new age economy, aviation is going to play a crucial role.
Air Marshal K Anantharaman, PVSM, VSM, Head and Vice President of GMRAA, appreciating the efforts of the Government, emphasized on the transformative impact of the initiative.