Certificate distribution for RPL trainees of Lunglei, Mizoram

31st January 2019

Certificate distribution for RPL trainees of Lunglei, Mizoram

Under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Chanu Creations (PIA), Imphal, Manipur has been trained two days RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) training to 400 weavers in Lunglei District, Mizoram on the job role ‘‘Two Shaft Handloom Weaver'' (QP No: TSC/Q7303, conforming to NSQF Level-4) through National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). Training is imparted in accordance with National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) with strict monitoring guidelines enforced by NSDC.

The assessments of the trainees were conducted by assessment agencies namely Growwell Fincon Services Pvt Ltd., Hyderabad & Intouch Professional Services Pvt Ltd., Chandigarh assigned by Textile Sector Skill Council (TSC). Altogether 396 candidates were successfully cleared the assessment and certified RPL certificates.

PMKVY comes under the scheme of "Skill India" which was launched by Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 15th July 2015. It is a flagship scheme of the Government of India implemented through National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

The objective of this Skill Certification Scheme is to enable a large number of Indian youths to take up industry-relevant skill training that will help them in securing a better livelihood. Under PMKVY, special focus is given to RPL by recognizing prior competencies of the assessed candidates and provides a certificate and monetary reward on successful completion of assessments. RPL is an important step towards getting formal acceptance and respect for informally acquired knowledge and skills.

Certificate distribution for RPL trainees of Lunglei, Mizoram

Today the 31st January 2019, the certificate distribution ceremony for the RPL certified trainees of Lunglei District, Mizoram was held in Bazar Veng, Lunglei. The event was attended by Dr. Aichhunga President BJP Lunglei District, Shri W. Joyshankar Luwang Project Manager Chanu Creations, Smt. Lalthianghlimi General Secretary BJP Mahila Morcha and Smt. Lalneihmawii Secretary BJP Lunglei District's were grace the function as Chief Guest, President and Guest of Honours respectively.

All the RPL certified trainees are also covered Personal Accident Insurance Scheme provided by The New India Assurance Company under Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) for three years. Now RPL shows them a path to bridge their current knowledge and skill levels to reach a competency level.

Handlooms fosters human bonding and brings positive changes. It brings people belonging to different religions, ethnicities and cultural together. Now this sector plays a leading role in shaping the future of our youth specially in NE region of India. Large number of women in the region are depending on these looms fully or partially for their livelihood.

Certificate distribution for RPL trainees of Lunglei, Mizoram

M/s Chanu Creations
Thangmeiband Lairenhanjaba Leikai,
Imphal West, Imphal-795001