With the aim to promote skill development and self employment in remote areas of Poonch District, Army organised an “Electrician Course” for the youth of Mandi in Poonch District from 08 Feb to 11 March 2020. The Course empowered the youth to attain skills as Electrician and will assist them to earn their livelihood. The scope of the Course included various techniques of electric equipment, short falls that may lead to accidents and safety measures etc. During the Course, the youth were also informed about the various government policies and financial schemes by both State and Central Governments to start their own commercial venture. The youth as well as prominent members of civil society and civil administration officials were appreciative of the steps taken by the Army to generate self employment for youth of Loran area.
