DIMAPUR: The Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission (NSRLM) conducted a stakeholders’ sensitisation programme on Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY 2.0) at the DC Office Complex, Phek, on October 30.
In a press release statement, it was noted that the programme was chaired by ADPM, Phek, Zhalie Puro, while joint secretary, Rural Development and Mission Director, NSRLM, Moa Sangtam, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the importance of skill development for better employment opportunities.
Chief Operating Officer (Skills), NSRLM, Menuoneituo Chadi, presented the benefits of DDU-GKY and its impact on rural communities. Project Director, DRDA Phek, Zhoi Lohe, stressed the importance of education and skill acquisition for employment.
Deputy Commissioner, Phek, Rhosietho Ngouri, who attended as special guest, called for a change in mindset towards employment, stating that government jobs were not the only avenue for career growth. He encouraged youth to acquire relevant skills and explore private-sector employment opportunities through placement-linked programmes such as DDU-GKY.
He also urged village councils, student bodies, churches and civil society organisations to actively promote the scheme and create awareness among unemployed youth. He stressed that tackling unemployment was a collective responsibility and called upon village councils tao maintain databases of unemployed youth to facilitate targeted interventions.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Area Coordinator (Skills), Chetheba Block, Phek, Shehulu D. Vadeo.
