Vedanta Aluminium Announces Impactful Skill Devpt Initiatives

On World Youth Skills Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium,reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment by announcing the expansion ofits skill development initiatives across its locations.

These programs aim to enhance the skillsets of rural youth, transitioning them from unskilled to semi-skilled categories through placement-linked training programs.

Towards this goal, the company has collaborated with several coveted training institutions like the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), and Skill Development Institute (SDI)among others. Through these efforts, Vedanta Aluminium is aiding youth across India in achieving sustainable livelihoods and contributing to the socio-economic development of their communities and the nation.

Following a robust skilling framework, Vedanta Aluminium has trainednearly 14,000 youth through its skill development initiatives and institutional collaborationsso far. As trainees gain experience and improve their skills, they become eligible for higher-paying job opportunities, offering them secure employment and the potential for salary growth over time.

The visible success of these trainees inspires a learning culture, encouraging more individuals in the region to enrol in the programs, fostering continuous improvement. By covering trades that are in constant demand within the market, the training programs ensure sustainable employment prospects that meet ongoing industry needs.

John Slaven, CEO, Vedanta Aluminium, said,“Skilling the younger population is integral to our vision of elevating the socio-economic status of regions where we operate. By equipping them with market-relevant skills and fostering a culture of continuous learning, we are not only helping them to secure their future but also bringing remote areas of the country to the socio-economic mainstream. To date, we have trained 14,000 youth, and on World Youth Skills Day, we reiterate our commitment to bridging skill gaps and creating opportunities to help shape the next generation of leaders and innovators in India.”