Odisha (Mission Shakti Vibhag) has signed an agreement with Apparel Made-up and Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council (AMHSSC) New Delhi to launch an initiative for skill development of 10,000 Mission Shakti SHG members on apparel manufacturing. It is a part of Mission Shakti SHG’s programs to promote entrepreneurship among women through formation of micro enterprises. The initiative is titled “Skill based training of members of Mission Shakti Mahila Self Help Groups as Sewing Machine Operators”.
“The initiative will ensure creation of skilled manpower in the apparel sector, provided self employed Creating organized micro-enterprises in the local apparel industry through opportunities and active participation of skilled Mission Shakti SHG members across the state,” a statement from the department said.
SHGs/PGs are tailoring and supplying uniforms for pre-schools, schools and other educational institutions as part of Mission Shakti’s unique livelihood convergence concept.
The decision, taken by the state government in partnership with AMHSSC, aims to improve the livelihood opportunities of 10,000 SHG members by providing market centric skill training and promoting textile entrepreneurship.
“This intervention will enhance the capabilities of SHG members with basic tailoring skills to a higher level of tailoring to increase employability in the market. / to ensure long term viability of sewing units headed by PG,” it said.
According to the department, the project is to be executed during 18 months.
After the training, AMHSSC will assist the SHG members in setting up their sewing units and provide necessary support.
AMHSSC will also facilitate strategic and viable industry partnerships with the apparel sector under this collaboration.
(with ANI inputs)