In a joint effort to enhance youth employability in Jammu and Kashmir, security forces, NGOs, and academic institutions have come together. These collaborations aim to bridge the gap between education and employment opportunities for local youth. Initiatives like skill development programs and training courses are being organized to nurture skills and promote self-reliance among the youth.
The Sashatra Seema Bal (SSB) recently conducted a one-month Skill Development-cum-Computer Training Programme in Srinagar. This program, in partnership with ‘Saving The Future’ (STF) NGO and the Kawa Group of Institutes, focused on enhancing digital literacy and technical skills among students. The training covered Domestic Data Entry Operator skills and mobile repairing to empower youth with self-employment opportunities.
Fifty students, both boys and girls, participated in the 31-day training program at the International Institute of Professional Studies (IIPS) in Srinagar. The hands-on training provided by skilled instructors aimed to equip students with the necessary skills to enter the job market confidently. These efforts align with the broader vision of the Union government to boost the private sector and create sustainable employment opportunities for educated youth in the region.
The initiative by the SSB forms part of its Civic Action Programme, reflecting a positive approach to youth development in Kashmir. Similar efforts by other CAPFs like the CRPF, including organizing sports events for local youth, are also contributing to skill development and fostering a stronger bond between security forces and the community.
