Union Minister Nitin Gadkari visited World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar, highlighting its role in advancing skill development for Odisha’s youth
OdishaPlus Bureau
Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday visited the World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar during his tour to Odisha. Gadkari expressed his happiness observing that the center is playing a significant role in skill development and offering industry-oriented training to the youth of the state.
The Union Minister also praised the State Government for establishing this ultra-modern infrastructure.
Chief Minister of Odisha Mohan Charan Majhi welcomed Gadkari and accompanied him in the visit of the world class facilities at the WSC, including advanced laboratories for Vertical Transportation, Centre of Excellence in Advanced Welding, Automation and Basic Robotics.
During the visit, the Union Minister spoke with the students about their skill development and career aspirations.
Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of Skill Development & Technical Education, said, “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the skill development sector is being strengthened. Various steps are being taken to enhance the skills of the youth. The World Skill Center has a significant contribution in this regard. With the latest training, students are getting employment opportunities in the country and abroad. In the coming days, Odisha is going to get a special identity in the field of skill development.’’
On this occasion, Chief Minister of Odisha felicitated Union Minister Gadkari.
Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi, Khordha MLA Prashant Jagadev, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, SD&TE Bhupendra Singh Poonia, IAS, CEO, WSC & CEO Odisha Skill Development Authority Rashmita Panda, IAS, Chief Skills Officer Bruce Poh, Additional Secretary & COO, WSC, Pinaki Patnaik, Principal T Thambyrajah and Deputy Principal Jeetamitra Satpathy graced the occasion.
