Will Vadodara Host a Life-Changing Vocational Training for Youth?
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Key Takeaways
- Vocational training enhances skills for gardening and cultivation.
- Participants aged 18-45 are eligible for the program.
- Each participant receives a stipend and a gardening toolkit.
- Training promotes self-reliance and environmental awareness.
- Applications are accepted through the i-Khedut portal until December 6.
Vadodara, Nov 22 (NationPress) In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency, a three-day vocational training program is set to be held in the city. This camp will equip young individuals with essential gardening and cultivation skills while demonstrating how even small efforts can lead to significant achievements for both individuals and the community.
The training, organized by the state's Horticulture Department, targets youths aged 18-45, emphasizing the development of planting and gardening expertise.
Hans Dudha, Assistant Director of Horticulture in Vadodara, stated, "Selected participants through the IKhedut portal will receive a daily stipend of Rs 250 and a gardening kit valued at approximately Rs 1,500. The curriculum includes hands-on training in areas such as media preparation and plant propagation."
During the session, gardening enthusiasts will receive guidance from horticulture professionals along with financial support. Each participant will earn a stipend of Rs 750 and receive a gardening toolkit worth around Rs 1,500.
"Those wishing to join the program can apply through the i-Khedut portal before December 6 and submit the necessary documents at the Horticulture Office in Raopura," according to an official announcement.
Last year, about 90-95 candidates underwent training in this field, receiving certificates in gardening.
This initiative trains young individuals in specific disciplines to promote employment and self-reliance. Its innovative design is expected to positively influence the city's urban greenery.
This training, part of the Urban Green Mission, will introduce participants to vital techniques covering modern gardening, nursery management, kitchen gardening, hydroponics, microgreens, landscaping, and garden maintenance.
The Horticulture Department outlines that the course encompasses practical skills including planting, fertilizer management, disease control, garden pruning, lawn upkeep, and creating garlands and bouquets.
This three-day training offers youth new prospects for green job opportunities, self-employment, and skill enhancement, while also benefiting the city's greenery.