AIM

A vocational training centre was started in 1987 to provide skill and character building education to young people from poor and tribal families. All get jobs in nearby industries after the completion of training; thus, more than 3,500 families are able to get out of poverty.

METHOD

Around 150-200 students are being trained in Vivekananda Gramin Tekniki Kendra every year. Various training courses like Turner , Fitter , Welder , Machinist , Electrician , Environment Cum Chemical Plant Operator, Printing , Fire & Safety Operator , Process Automation Technician , Solar Technician , Computer , Nursing Assistant , Laboratory Assistant and Beautician are in operation at present and other new courses are being planned based on the overall future skill requirements.

They are trained for various industrial processes and are given hands-on practical training from industries in Ankleshwar & Bharuch. During the second year, all students get on-field exposure under the liaison of VGTK staff. Comprehensive training gives an edge in selecting the industries compared to students from other institutes. As a result, there is a 100% placement record.

IMPACT

More than 3,500 families are able to get out of poverty.

• Total students admitted (upto 2023) – 3989
• No. of students completed training – 3685
• Tribal students – 2488
• Job placement – More than 80 % are on the job & placement is given to 10 % students
• Operating Self Employment Units – 75
• Trades currently run – 18