Skill Conclave 2023 to witness a ‘New Odisha’

The Government of Odisha will organise the three-day Odisha Skill Conclave. The Odisha Skill Conclave is not only for Odisha but we are looking forward to presenting the state on a global platform as we have built a strong ecosystem for the same.

The Conclave which will held in Bhubaneswar is from 20th-22nd April, 2023. The three-day event aims to position Odisha as a global skill hub, creating a brighter future for its people and beyond.

Briefing about the Conclave and its benefits Pritiranjan Gharai, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Skill Development & Technical Education Department, Government of Odisha said, “The time has come for the country to witness a ‘New Odisha’. Through Odisha Skill Conclave, we aim to make the youth ready to face the geopolitical uncertainties, macro-economic challenges and secure their future. The Odisha Skill Conclave will be an interactive one where students, training partners and corporates can come together and engage in constructive conversations.f We are looking forward to signing MoUs with various corporates that will enable them to cater to their needs of strengthening their workforces.”

Subroto Bagchi, Chairman, Odisha Skill Development Authority, Government of Odisha said, “With this event, the state will move on from being a leader to being a though leader in skilling.

Present in the function Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Skill Development & Technical Education Department, Government of Odisha said, “The Odisha Skill Conclave is not only for Odisha but we are looking forward to presenting the state on a global platform as we have built a strong ecosystem for the same.

Pankaj Kumar Satija, Chair-FICCI Odisha State & Managing Director, Tata Steel Mining Limited said, “FICCI is proud to be associated with the initiative ‘Skilling in Odisha’, we believe that training and education in different sectors will create many future opportunities.”

The overarching goal of the event will be to develop and enhance the state’s human resource potential and creating opportunities by offering high-quality, reasonably priced, and easily accessible technical and vocational education and skill development training to all societal groups.

The conclave will witness various upcoming MoUs, conferences, exhibitions, demonstration, and cultural activities and will offer a plethora of opportunities to the skilled workforce from the state.

It will bring together top leaders from industry, academia, and international organizations, along with skill ambassadors and partner country representatives from the state.