Hero MotoCorp’s Skill Development Centre at Silver Oak University, Ahmedabad, an affiliated training centre of Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), conducted its certification ceremony and placement drive under the Project Jeevika, a CSR Initiative. The event was attended by Dr Pina Bhatt (Principal, ASOIT), Shubham Mishra (Project Head), Ajay Rajput & Karmendra Rathore (Territory Manager Hero MotoCorp), Krishnadas Nambiar (GM Shraddha Group) and other dignitaries.
Senior Official of HMCL highlighted the career progression opportunities in the automotive sector and said, “The objective of the project is to impart vocational training to underprivileged school & college dropout youths, provide short term training as Two-Wheeler Technician/Supervisor and assist them for consequent gainful employment as Two-Wheeler Technician / Supervisor”.
Arindam Lahiri, CEO, ASDC stated, “These certified students make us extremely proud, and have no doubt that they will have a great footprint in the automotive sector. We look forward to continuing to work with HMCL to create skill development opportunities for individuals in this industry.”
One of the students said, “I am so happy to be a part of this batch and to receive my certification. The training I received at this institute has prepared me well for the job market and I am confident that I will excel in my career in the automotive sector.”
Another student said, “I am grateful for the opportunity to receive training at this institute and for the placement that I have received. I am excited to start my career in the automotive industry and to continue learning and growing in this field.”
This certification and placement ceremony is a testament to the success of the skill development programme and the dedication of Hero MotoCorp in bridging the industry skill gap and supporting the Skill India Mission. With the support of organisations like Hero MotoCorp, the automotive sector in India will continue to grow and provide employment opportunities for skilled technicians and engineers.