Hundreds of young people attended the Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Fair and awareness programme at Jot Singh Rawalnta Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in Barkot, Uttarkashi. The event focused on apprenticeships, skills training and employment opportunities.
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Vinod Kumar, principal of the Government College, who attended as the chief guest. He explained the importance of skill development and technical education for young people.
Dr. Kumar said that formal qualifications alone may not be enough when seeking employment. He highlighted the importance of practical knowledge and workplace experience alongside a degree.
Guidance on apprenticeships and jobs
Hari Prasad Semwal, principal of ITI Barkot, urged participants to make full use of the fair. Speakers Prahlad Singh Chauhan, Amit Singh, Jaiveer Singh Rawat, Radheshyam Nautiyal, Dr. B.L. Thapliyal, Dinesh Singh Rawat and Gaurav Arya explained apprenticeship options and employment possibilities.
The programme aimed to help young people understand the value of skills-based training and apprenticeships. It also sought to prepare participants for employment by connecting technical education with practical experience.
Jagmohan Singh Rana conducted the programme. The event provided attendees with information rather than announcing specific appointments or confirmed job placements.
Conclusion
The Barkot ITI fair brought hundreds of young people information about apprenticeships, technical education, skill development and employment opportunities, with organisers emphasising the importance of practical experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where was the apprenticeship fair held?
It was held at Jot Singh Rawalnta Government Industrial Training Institute in Barkot, Uttarkashi.
Q. What was the event called?
It was the Prime Minister’s National Apprenticeship Fair and awareness programme.
Q. How many young people attended?
Hundreds of young people participated in the programme.
Q. What information did participants receive?
They received information about apprenticeships, skill development and employment opportunities.
Q. Who inaugurated the programme?
Dr. Vinod Kumar, principal of the Government College, inaugurated it as the chief guest.
Q. What did the speakers emphasise?
They emphasised the importance of technical education, skills-based training, practical knowledge and workplace experience.
