A one-year Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) course was today inaugurated at Government ITI Kishtwar by the District Development Commissioner (DDC) Pankaj Kumar Sharma under the Resettlement and Rehabilitation (R&R) Plan for the Project Affected Families (PAFs).
The initiative will benefit the affected families of Kwar, Kiru, Ratle, and Pakal Dul Hydroelectric Projects. As many as 13 individuals of project affected families have been enrolled in the self-financed COPA course, aiming to enhance their digital literacy and employability in the growing IT sector.
After the inauguration, an expert team of the Institute gave a detailed PowerPoint presentation, highlighting the institute’s functioning, past practices, key achievements, and success stories of its trained candidates.
In his address, the Deputy Commissioner lauded the work culture and dedication of the team of the Institute. He emphasized the crucial role being played by the Institute in transforming the lives of youth, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The DDC assured full cooperation and said, "We will work together for the betterment of Project Affected Families." This inauguration marked a progressive step towards inclusive growth and livelihood generation through vocational training in the district.