The University of Hyderabad, in collaboration with UNNAT BHARAT ABHIYAN and the Ministry of Education (Government of India), organized two-days National Workshop on “Skill India for Viksit Bharat: Empowering Rural Youth for Future Opportunities” on 8th and 9th January of 2025. The workshop, sponsored by IoE-UoH, aimed to empower rural youth with essential skills for life, livelihood, and growth.
The session was graced by esteemed guests, including Shri Konda Vishweshwar Reddy, Member of Parliament, Chevella, Telangana, as the Chief Guest, and Dr. G. Narendra Kumar, IAS, Director General, NIRD&PR, as the Guest of Honor. Other distinguished guests included Prof P Prakash Babu, Director of MMTTC; Dr. Devesh Nigam, Registrar, University of Hyderabad; and Dr. Ravula Krishnaiah, Coordinator of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, University of Hyderabad.
In his closing remarks, Dr. Yenugu Suresh, Co-Coordinator, Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, University of Hyderabad, provided a comprehensive overview of the two-day workshop. He highlighted the inspiring interactions among participants and the valuable insights gained from the discussions.
Prof. P Prakash Babu expressed his gratitude to the University of Hyderabad for hosting the workshop, stating that it was a great opportunity for the institution. He noted that the university had taken proactive steps in the initial phases of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, including training faculty members from rural areas and exposing them to industry expertise. This initiative aimed to equip them with the necessary skills to adapt to new technological advancements.
Dr. G. Narendra Kumar, IAS, Director General, NIRD&PR, shared his nostalgic experience of returning to the University of Hyderabad after 41 years, feeling as though he was “coming back home.” He reflected on the life lessons he learned during his time at the School of Life Sciences. Dr. Kumar emphasized the importance of distributing the benefits of development and innovation to all sections of society, ensuring that everyone has access to the fruits of progress.
Shri Konda Vishweshwar Reddy stated that he entered politics because of skill development. He emphasized on the point that humans are equal and should get equal opportunities. “Knowledge is the cheapest thing today”, Konda Reddy said. He also said how adaptability is the key for survival in today’s world and one needs to adjust and adapat at every change.
The workshop aimed to empower rural youth with essential skills for life, livelihood, and growth. It brought together experts, officials, and representatives from various organizations to share knowledge and best practices.