Blacksmith training programme underway at Chetheba town

The seven-day, basic blacksmith training programme under the Department of Employment, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship commenced at Chetheba Town under Phek district on April 7. The training is conducted by Zynorique Initiatives Society (ZIS) under the skill development programme titled “Providing Access to Core Employability Skills (PACES)”. A total of 25 candidates have been selected for the programme and will cover 50 hours of intensive training.
The programme aims to enhance job readiness and livelihood opportunities for rural youth and women by equipping them with practical, demand-driven skills that can lead to self-employment and sustainable income generation.
At the inaugural programme, District Employment Officer Phek, Kulo Kezo, urged trainees to attend regularly, stay engaged, and make the most of the opportunity. He highlighted that this was the first such initiative in the town and encouraged participants to learn skills for sustainable livelihoods, become self-reliant, and work together with sincerity.
Head GB, Chetheba Town, Motahu Rokha, thanked the government for introducing the programme and expressed hope that trainees would gain valuable skills and contribute back to society.
A brief overview of the programme was given by Tenempong Longchar of Zynorique Initiatives Society
A key feature of the programme is providing essential toolkits to trainees after completion, enabling them to start earning immediately.
Earlier, the programme was chaired by Vekuto Kezo, while, invocation by CRC Chetheba, Pastor, Vetazo Khesoh.