Hands-on Skill Training Programme for IT-ITeS and E & H Trade Students

Bhubaneswar, 01 December 2025:A five-day hands-on skill development training programme for Class XII students and vocational instructors of Government Vocational Higher Secondary Schools in the IT-ITeS and Electronics & Hardware (E&H) trades has commenced today at the Central Tool Room & Training Centre (CTTC) and the World Skill Centre (WSC). The programme has been organised by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), Odisha, under the School & Mass Education Department. The training will continue from December 1 to 5 to enhance the practical skills and industry readiness of students.

Today’s programme at CTTC, Bhubaneswar was graced by the presence of Smt. Niyati Pattnaik, Director, DHSE; Smt. Binita Senapati, Joint Director, DHSE; Sri Jitendra Nayak, Deputy Director, DHSE; L. Rajsekhar, General Manager, CTTC; and KM Rajan, Senior Manager (Training). At World Skill Center, the distinguished guests included Dr. Umakanta Sethy, OIC SAMS, DHSE, and Sri T. Thambi Rajah, Principal, WSC.

Speaking on the occasion, Director Smt. Niyati Pattnaik appreciated the State Government’s continued efforts to strengthen vocational education and highlighted the growing opportunities in IT-ITeS and E&H sectors in today’s technology-driven world. She expressed confidence that such hands-on training would significantly boost students’ confidence and competence. Joint Director Smt. Binita Senapati emphasised the remarkable progress of vocational education in Odisha and stated that the programme would help students acquire both technical knowledge and employability skills.

Deputy Director Shri Jitendra Nayak underlined the importance of collaboration with premier institutions like CTTC and WSC to ensure high-quality practical training. CTTC General Manager Shri L. Rajashekhar and Senior Manager (Training) Shri K.M. Rajan praised the enthusiasm of the participating students and reiterated CTTC’s commitment to supporting the State’s vision of creating a skilled workforce.

At the World Skill Centre, Dr. Umakant Sethy highlighted vocational education as a transformative step in Odisha’s education reforms. WSC Principal Shri T. Thamby Raja encouraged students to make full use of the advanced training infrastructure available at the Centre to strengthen their professional capabilities.

As part of the programme, 102 students from eight districts—Balangir, Ganjam, Gajapati, Jajpur, Cuttack, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj and Jagatsinghpur—are undergoing training at CTTC, while 71 students from six districts—Balangir, Balasore, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Bhadrak and Kendrapada—are participating in the training at WSC.