TODAY -
Skill development training programmes conducted
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 14 2024:
Khongnangthaba University launched a two-day Entrepreneurship cum Skill Development Training Programme under NEH today aimed at instilling a fresh perspective among the resilient inhabitants of Manipur's relief camps.
According to a release issued by Dr A Sunil Singh, Registrar of the University, the programme was organised by ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Kolkata Centre in collaboration with Khong-nangthaba University on the theme, "Preparation of improved quality traditional and other value-added fish products" .
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The opening ceremony was graced by Prof Chingakham Ibohal Meitei, Director, Research & Development Cell, Manipur University; Thounao-jam Bonbihari Singh, life skill coach; and Dr Aribam Guneshwor Sharma, Dean & Director (AYUSH), Khong-nangthaba University as presidium members.
Delivering the keynote address, Dr Mandakini Devi delved into the core mission of empowering those impacted by the ongoing crisis through skill enhancement and entrepreneurship.
Advocating the 'Vocal for Local' initiative, Bonbihari Singh emphasised the potential of indigenous fish production, suggesting a shift from dependence on imports to local cultivation and exportation.
Prof Chingakham Ibohal Meitei suggested the creation of a Corpus Fund at the University to offer a ray of hope and ensure sustained assistance for affected individuals.
Dr Guneshwor Sharma, Dr Ranjeeta Devi and Dr Thokchom Suranjoy Singh also spoke on the occasion.
As part of the event, the gathering also observed a moment of silence to honour the victims of violence in Manipur.
Meanwhile, ICAR Research Complex for North Eastern Hill (NEH) Region, Manipur Centre also organised a 7-days training programme on "Seed Testing and Seed Certification of Crops in NEH Region" under AICRP Seed (Crops) at the Conference Hall of Farmers' Hostel, ICAR RC NEHR Manipur Centre in Lamphelpat.
The inaugural function was attended by Central Agricultural University (CAU), Registrar, Dr T R Sharma; ICAR RC NEHR Manipur Centre, Imphal, Head, Dr Ramgopal Laha and Principal Scientists & Nodal Officer, AICRP on Seed (Crops) ICAR RC NEHR Manipur Centre, Imphal, Dr I Meghachandra Singh as presidium members.
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