Munish Sood
Mandi
The UCO Rural Self Employment Training Institute (UCO RSETI), being run with the support of the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, is proving to be a major support system for unemployed youth by guiding them towards self-employment and entrepreneurship.
At present, around 50 participants are undergoing special training in mushroom cultivation and fast food preparation at the UCO RSETI centre in Nahan. The programme aims to equip young people with practical skills, modern techniques, quality control methods and basic business knowledge so that they can start their own ventures after completing the training.
The trainees said that experienced trainers are providing them with detailed knowledge about mushroom production and fast food business. They added that the training is completely free of cost and that the institute also provides free boarding and lodging during the training period, making it accessible for youth from economically weaker backgrounds.
Director of the institute, Manjeet, said that UCO RSETI offers nearly 70 different skill-based training programmes for aspiring entrepreneurs. As per government guidelines, free training is provided to youth between the age group of 18 and 50 years. After completion of the course, participants are awarded certificates which are valid not only in India but also abroad.
She further said that the institute continues to stay in touch with the trainees for up to two years after the completion of training, providing guidance and support until they successfully establish their own self-employment ventures.
UCO RSETI is playing a significant role in making youth self-reliant while also contributing to the strengthening of the rural economy.
