Mandi, June 26 (KNN) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi has partnered with the Himachal Pradesh government by acquiring the Skill Development Centre in Una.

The announcement was made during the G20 - S20 event held at IIT Mandi to offer skill-based education for inclusive growth.

The Skill Development Centre in Una will now serve as a satellite center for skill development, catering to the needs of the wider public.

During his inaugural address, Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director of IIT Mandi, highlighted the crucial role of skill development in achieving an Atmanirbhar Bharat, or a self-reliant India.

He mentioned the institute's ongoing initiatives in areas such as bioenergy, climate-controlled agriculture, and biomedicine, which aim to create a skilled workforce and promote entrepreneurial opportunities for the country's youth.

Deputy Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Mukesh Agnihotri who was the chief guest at IIT Mandi's G20-S20 meet, expressed his support for the collaboration between the state government and IIT Mandi.

He emphasized the need for effective implementation of skill development projects to benefit the youth of the state and the nation as a whole.

The G20 - S20 event featured insightful discussions on various topics related to skill development, including vocational education, future of work, and inclusive growth.  (KNN Bureau)