Leading home textiles manufacturer, Welspun Living has collaborated with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to launch a large-scale skilling and employment initiative. This program is specifically designed to cultivate a skilled workforce for operator-level positions within India's thriving textile sector.
In its initial pilot phase, the program will involve training and certification of 1,000 candidates. A key focus of this initiative will include ensuring it attracts at least 50 per cent women participation with particular emphasis on individuals from underrepresented regions, including India's Northeastern states and Uttarakhand. The company has invested Rs 4.25 crore in this impactful program.
The company’s partnership with NSDC highlights its unwavering commitment to inclusive and sustainable growth, states Dipali Goenka, Managing Director and CEO, Welspun Living. By specifically targeting women from the North East and Uttarakhand, Welspun not only addresses critical skill gaps but also unlocks pathways to economic independence, fostering self-worth, and creating a lasting generational impact, he adds.
To be conducted at Welspun's state-of-the-art facilities in Anjar and Vapi, Gujarat, this comprehensive training program will incorporate a blended learning approach, combining essential classroom-based instruction with practical, hands-on, on-the-job training. It will cover key technical areas such as proficient machine handling, optimized production processes, stringent quality control measures, adherence to safety protocols, and the development of crucial soft skills.
Upon the successful completion of the program, all trainees will receive a joint certification from both the NSDC and Welspun, guaranteeing them captive employment within Welspun's extensive textile operations.
Emphasizing the braoder impact of this initiative, Rajesh Jain, Chief Human Resources Officer at Welspun Living, says, through its collaboration with NSDC, Welspun aims is to cultivate a more inclusive and future-ready textile workforce, thereby making a substantial contribution to national economic growth.
