IANS | 09 Mar, 2024
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD)
under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment has inked a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Electronics Sector Skills
Council of India (ESSCI) to provide job opportunities for Persons with
Disabilities (PwDs).
The MoU signed on March 8, will provide PwDs with the necessary
skills that will help them secure a job within the electronics sector,
the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment said in a statement on
Saturday.
Together, DEPwD and ESSCI will provide vocational
training to the PwDs that is aligned with industry demands and provide
placements.
“The initiative aims to create pathways for
sustainable livelihoods and foster a globally competitive workforce,”
the ministry said.
In addition to vocational training, “the ESSCI
will also facilitate engagement with potential employers and industrial
networks to ensure seamless placement opportunities for trainees.
Importantly, placements will guarantee a monthly salary compliant with
the Minimum Wages Act and industry benchmarks.”
Further, the ESSCI will also provide post-placement services with counselling and tracking for a minimum of three months.
“This
collaboration marks a significant stride towards inclusivity and
economic empowerment, reaffirming the commitment of DEPwD and ESSCI to
create an enabling environment for PwDs to thrive in the electronics
sector,” the ministry said.
