Bhubaneswar: Seventeen candidates were sent to the Bird Academy at Kochi, Kerala by the government of Odisha to undergo training in airport ground handling, Thursday. The move is part of bolstering skill of the youth of the state under (Nutana Unnata Abhilasha) Nua Odisha initiative under the Skill Development and Technical Education Department. The comprehensive training program spans 270 days, encompassing 90 days of theoretical instruction, followed by 180 days of on-the-job training (OJT). The selection process chose the 17 candidates through meticulous interviews and personal testing conducted by experts from Bird Academy at Bhubaneswar.
Under NUA Odisha programme, the government will bear all expenses related to training, lodging, boarding, and travel for these trainees. Furthermore, Bird Academy has committed to play a crucial role in facilitating placements for the individuals trained in the specialized aviation job role. NUA Odisha aims to skill at least one lakh youth in emerging trades annually over the next three years. They will be offered high-quality training to enhance employability along with industry linkages.
