Skill Development Training Program Empowers Onge Community in Handicraft Manufacturing

Tarun Karthick

Campbell Bay, 30 May 2023

The Directorate of Industries, A&N Administration, took a big step in the direction of empowering the Onge Community by organizing a profitable Skill Development Training Program on ‘Handicrafts (Coconut Shell and Wood) products’ at Dugong Creek. The Program, held from May 22 to twenty-eight, 2023, aimed to supply important expertise and data to reinforce self-employment alternatives and sustainable livelihoods.

Under this system, 20 enthusiastic villagers participated and underwent intensive coaching to amass primary craftsmanship expertise for creating intricate handicrafts. The coaching classes have been designed to impart sensible data and strategies, enabling the trainees to discover new avenues of financial development.

twenty eighth May 2023, marked the concluding session of the coaching program, which befell on the coaching venue within the presence of esteemed company. Mr. Vicky, Chief of the Onge Community, together with officers from the Tribal Welfare and Industries Department, graced the occasion. During the session, Chief Vicky recommended the Industries Department for his or her proactive efforts in reaching out to the distant tribal space.

Expressing his admiration for the ability improvement initiative, Chief Vicky acknowledged the outstanding craftsmanship displayed by the trainees. He highlighted the significance of the acquired expertise and inspired the villagers to make the most of them successfully to enhance their livelihoods and monetary independence.

The Skill Development Training Program on ‘Handicrafts (Coconut Shell and Wood) products’ has paved the best way for a brighter future for the Onge Community. By offering them with important expertise and fostering self-employment alternatives, this initiative is ready to have a optimistic and sustainable influence on the group’s socio-economic development.

This commendable endeavor by the Directorate of Industries, A&N Administration, reinforces the dedication to empower marginalized communities and promote ability improvement as a catalyst for progress.