CM interacts with students listed for skill training at IIT Madras
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, September 24 2026: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today interacted with students from Minority, OBC and SC communities who have been selected to undergo skill training on Semiconductor Surface Mount Technology (SMT) at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras.

25 graduates including 22 boys and 3 girls, selected from among 75 applicants, will participate in the programme, under the initiative of the Manipur Minorities & Economic Development Society (MOBEDS) .

The interaction programme was held at the CM's Secretariat, Imphal in hybrid mode, with officials and faculty members of IIT Madras joining through video conference.

CM interacts with students listed for skill training at IIT Madras

The Chief Minister extended his best wishes to the selected students and encouraged them to make the most of the opportunity and acquire skills that can open up new avenues for employment.

Although the technical aspects of the semiconductor sector are specialised, this emerging field offers significant opportunities for the youth, he said.

He expressed confidence that the students will make good use of the training at IIT Madras and bring back valuable skills and experience to contribute to the State's development.

Armstrong Pame, Commissioner cum Secretary of Minority Affairs, OBC and SC, informed that the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) programme focuses on the assembly and manufacturing processes involving electronic components and materials used in semiconductor and electronics industries.

IIT Madras has been conducting the programme as a skill-development initiative, with practical, industry-oriented training using its specialised facilities.

Notably, the 25 students, irrespective of their graduate discipline, will undergo 15 days of residential training at IIT Madras, with the Government of Manipur bearing the cost of training, accommodation and travel with the support of IIT Madras.

After the completion of the training, IIT Madras will provide job-placement assistance to successful trainees at various industries, with entry-level opportunities expected to offer salaries in the range Rs 20,000-Rs 25,000 per month.

Padmashree Professor V Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, Prof R Sarathi and other faculty members and officials attended the programme virtually.