In a concerted effort to address the critical issue of youth employability and foster an ecosystem for Industry 4.0, the CII Young Indians Ranchi Chapter, in collaboration with the Youth 20 (Y20) engagement group, organised a thought-provoking brainstorming session. Themed "A dialogue between young Indian achievers and business networking organizations that mentor entrepreneurs on how to build an ecosystem for business and work towards Industry 4.0," the session served as an impactful platform for sharing insights and strategies for empowering the youth of India.
The event commenced with a panel of five key speakers who engaged in discussions on crucial topics like Employability for Youth, Research & Innovation as a way of Life, and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Dr. Mayank Murari, Senior Deputy General Manager of CSR and PR at Usha Martin Ltd, emphasized the significance of self-awareness and upskilling oneself to attain maximum potential in today's fast-changing landscape.
Sanjay, Chief Manager - Personnel, HRD Department, Central Coalfields Ltd, stressed the importance of recognizing one's strengths and weaknesses and formulating a vision to achieve ambitious goals, citing the limitless possibilities for those with determination.
Chirag Parmar, Jeevanvrati Karyakarta at Vivekanand Kendra, shed light on the transformative aspects of the National Education Policy, applauding its shift towards an application-based and flexible system. He particularly highlighted the prominence given to Mother Tongue as a medium of instruction in Indian schools.
Ravi Niwash, Assistant General Manager of CSR at Jindal Steel & Power Ltd, emphasized the ever-constant nature of change and praised the youth of Jharkhand for their progress. He stressed the significance of flexibility, openness, and a willingness to learn in achieving employability.
Dr. Ekbal Rashid, Associate Professor at RTC Institute of Technology, emphasized the importance of research and innovation in the process of idea development, encouraging constant evolution and creativity.
Vikas Sinha, Immediate Past Chair of Yi Ranchi, extended a warm welcome to all participants, providing insights into CII Yi Mission and sharing details about G20 YEA and engagements with Y20.
The session saw enthusiastic participation from more than 100 delegates, including industry representatives, faculty, and students. The collective efforts of CII Young Indians Ranchi Chapter and the Youth 20 engagement group have proven instrumental in shaping discussions and formulating actionable strategies to foster employability among the youth and create an inclusive ecosystem for Industry 4.0, setting the stage for a promising future for India's dynamic and enterprising young generation.