Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) has been selected as a facilitator for the Hunar Se Rojgar Tak scheme, launched by Ministry of Tourism to impart courses at state level in the hospitality sector. MTDC has associated with hospitality institutions in Maharashtra for the scheme, which primarily focuses on providing economic empowerment of the youth in the remote parts of Maharashtra. The programmes running under the scheme are free of cost for students, with an aim to empower underprivileged youths of the country, ensuring economic benefit through employment generation and to reduce the skill gap that affects the hospitality sector.
The scheme, targeting students who are minimum eighth grade pass and in the age group of 18 to 28, intends to generate self employment opportunities at a local level and enable them to achieve a competent place in the industry with their skills.
In association with hospitality institutes, MTDC has carried out various hospitality courses comprising of six to eight weeks duration such as food production, food and beverages, bakery and patisserie, and housekeeping utility.
Valsa Nair Singh, principal secretary, Cultural & Tourism Affairs, Government of Maharashtra, said, “The Ministry of Tourism has announced an important and effective initiative under the Hunar Se Rojgar Tak scheme. With MTDC being selected as a key facilitator, we have taken up an important responsibility on our shoulders to bring a positive change for these students who belong to an underprivileged background. The knowledge imparted through this will hone their skills and develop their work ethics which will make them ready to face the challenges of this industry with more confidence. Hunar Se Rojgar Tak is a double-benefit programme, as it improves the standard of living of these students as well as provides a sound resource to serve in the hospitality sector.”
Dr K H Govind Raj, managing director, MTDC, commented, “MTDC has conducted various courses at Pune, Nasik, Baramati and Nagpur under this scheme, which has benefitted thousands of students belonging to low economic strata. Many students have benefitted from this course and are already employed and have started their career in the hospitality sector. MTDC believes in contributing towards state economy and works hard to enhance the opportunities and support youth’s contribution in the hospitality sector.”
Swati Kale, general manager, MTDC, added, “We have received a great response from students across various cities in Maharashtra for this programme. This initiative is our helping hand to these underprivileged students who take an effort to change their lives, but are deprived of opportunities. Through Hunar Se Rojgar Tak, they get a chance to develop their skills and stand independent in this competitive segment of hospitality.”
