Assam Minister for Skill, Employment and Entrepreneurship Biswajit Daimary reviewed several employment and skill development initiatives in Guwahati on September 23. The meetings took place at the Conference Hall of the Minister’s Office at Janata Bhawan.
The discussions focused on employment services, skill training and youth empowerment. Officials also reviewed plans to restructure departments and create new training opportunities across Assam.
The meetings brought together officials and representatives from several organisations. They discussed ways to improve coordination and connect young people with better education, training and employment opportunities.
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Employment Wing Comes Under Review
The first meeting focused on the Employment Wing of the Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training (DECT), Assam. The wing operates under the Skill, Employment and Entrepreneurship Department.
Officials reviewed the functioning of the employment system. They also discussed ways to improve employment-related services for job seekers across the state.
Assam’s Employment Wing operates through a network of employment exchanges. The state government says these centres provide services such as job-seeker registration, career counselling and vocational guidance.
The Directorate also provides information about employment opportunities. It works with employers and supports recruitment activities across the state.
Youth Empowerment Framework Discussed
Youth empowerment formed another important part of the meetings. Representatives from the National Cadet Corps (NCC), Bharat Scouts and Guides and the Assam Youth Commission took part in the discussions.
The participants discussed the development of an integrated framework for youth empowerment. The plan follows the bifurcation of the former Sports and Youth Welfare Department.
Officials also discussed the restructuring of the department. The aim is to improve coordination among agencies working with young people.
The proposed framework could bring different youth-focused programmes under a more coordinated approach. It could also create stronger links between youth development, education and employment.
Global Skill Centre Proposed for Guwahati
One of the major proposals reviewed by Daimary was the creation of a Global Skill Centre in Guwahati.
The government also plans satellite Global Skill Centres in Silchar, Bongaigaon and Dibrugarh. These centres could expand access to advanced skill training beyond the state capital.
The proposed network would give young people more opportunities to acquire industry-relevant skills. It could also help connect training programmes with changing employment requirements.
The government is considering new partnerships to support the initiative. Officials also reviewed a proposal for an Externally Aided Project to strengthen skill development programmes.
Future Skills Training Planned in 800 Schools
The meetings also discussed the introduction of future-skills training in around 800 schools across Assam.
Officials proposed using a Hub-and-Spoke model for the programme. Under this approach, selected centres can act as hubs and support training activities at other institutions.
The programme could introduce students to skills linked to emerging industries. Early exposure to such skills can help students understand new career options.
The proposal forms part of the state’s broader effort to strengthen skill development. It also aims to connect school education with future employment needs.
Industrial Training Institutes to Get Attention
The government also reviewed plans to strengthen Industrial Training Institutes across Assam.
Officials discussed training, assessment and certification systems. They also examined capacity-building programmes for faculty members and trainers.
Industrial Training Institutes play an important role in vocational education. They provide practical training for students seeking technical and trade-based careers.
Improving faculty skills can strengthen the quality of training offered at these institutions. Better assessment and certification can also help students demonstrate their skills to employers.
The government’s focus on ITIs is therefore linked closely with its wider employment strategy.
Existing Partnerships and MoUs Reviewed
Daimary also reviewed existing Memoranda of Understanding between the Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training and various organisations.
Officials examined the progress of these agreements. They also discussed opportunities for new partnerships.
Industry partnerships can help training institutions understand changing workplace requirements. They can also create opportunities for recruitment, apprenticeships and practical training.
The review therefore focused not only on government programmes but also on collaboration with external organisations.
Focus on Better Implementation
Daimary stressed the importance of effective implementation during the meetings. He also called for greater coordination between departments.
The state has several employment and skill development programmes. Their success depends on how effectively officials implement them at the field level.
Coordination can help avoid duplication and improve the delivery of services. It can also help departments work towards common goals for employment and youth development.
The government’s approach combines skill training, employment services and youth empowerment. The proposed initiatives aim to strengthen these areas together.
Assam’s Wider Skill Development Network
Assam already has a dedicated Skill, Employment and Entrepreneurship Department. The department works through the Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training and the Assam Skill Development Mission.
The government says the Assam Skill Development Mission focuses on quality skill training for unemployed youth. It also promotes entrepreneurship and supports the development of a wider skill ecosystem.
The state has also continued to review the performance of ITIs and employment exchanges. In August, Daimary held a state-level review meeting with senior officials from ITIs and employment offices.
That meeting covered student enrolment, career guidance, employment services and vocational training. Officials also discussed ways to improve field-level implementation.
New Opportunities for Assam’s Youth
The latest review places employment and youth development at the centre of Assam’s skill strategy.
The proposed Global Skill Centre in Guwahati could become a major training hub. Satellite centres could extend similar opportunities to Silchar, Bongaigaon and Dibrugarh.
The future-skills programme could reach around 800 schools. Strengthened ITIs could provide additional vocational pathways for students and job seekers.
At the same time, the proposed youth empowerment framework could bring together organisations such as the NCC, Bharat Scouts and Guides and the Assam Youth Commission.
Together, these initiatives reflect the government’s focus on improving skills and employment opportunities for young people.
Government Seeks Coordinated Approach
The review meetings also show an effort to connect different parts of Assam’s youth policy. Employment services, vocational training, school-level skills and youth programmes were discussed alongside each other.
Daimary reviewed the progress of ongoing programmes and proposed initiatives. He called for coordination among departments to ensure that the plans move forward.
The proposed measures now require detailed implementation and follow-up. Their impact will depend on how effectively the government expands training access and connects young people with employment opportunities.
For Assam, the focus remains on building a stronger skill ecosystem. The planned centres, school programmes and ITI reforms are expected to form important parts of that effort.
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