NTPC Bongaigaon Flags Off 50 Youth for Industry-Oriented Skill Training

KOKRAJHAR, October 28, 2026 — NTPC Bongaigaon at Salakati has flagged off 50 local youth for specialised industry-oriented skill training under Project SAKSHAM, a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative implemented in collaboration with the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET), Guwahati.

The programme, backed by a financial commitment of approximately ₹35.99 lakh, aims to improve employment prospects for unemployed and underemployed youth, particularly those from Project Affected Villages and neighbouring communities in Kokrajhar district.

The flagging-off ceremony was attended by Derhasat Basumatary, Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), in charge of Health and Family Welfare, and Arnab Maitra, Head of Project, NTPC Bongaigaon. Other attendees included BTC Additional Principal Secretary Pranjit Kumar Wary and Dr Harekrishna Deka, In-Charge of CIPET Guwahati, along with senior NTPC officials.

Under Project SAKSHAM, the selected trainees will receive structured instruction in Polymer Science and Processing at CIPET Guwahati. The training will cover polymer materials, processing technologies, quality control, industrial safety and related applications, combining classroom learning with practical sessions and industry exposure.

The programme also includes career guidance and placement assistance to help participants pursue employment in the polymer, plastics and allied manufacturing sectors.

During the ceremony, officials interacted with the trainees about their educational backgrounds and career aspirations. They encouraged the participants to approach the training with dedication and discipline, highlighting the importance of technical competence and adaptability in the industrial sector.

The initiative seeks to bridge the gap between education and employment by equipping local youth with industry-relevant technical skills. It also aims to expand access to specialised vocational training in Kokrajhar and the wider Bodoland Territorial Region.

NTPC Bongaigaon said the initiative aligns with the Government of India's Skill India Mission and the Sustainable Development Goals concerning quality education, decent work and economic growth, and reduced inequalities.