Kokrajhar: An Orientation Program on Opportunities in Japan for Nursing Professionals was held under the Chairmanship of BTR Chief Pramod Boro was held at the CEM’s Conference Hall at Kokrajhar today.
The Government of BTR in collaboration with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Government of India is sponsoring candidates for obtaining the Specified Skill Worker permit enabling them to work as nursing professionals in Japan.
The program will be supported by the Skill PMU, the Department of Health BTC, and the Bodoland SEED Mission.
While outlining the objective of the program, BTR Chief Pramod Boro highlighted the advantages of working in Japan in terms of the work environment, adequate remuneration, and a world-class working environment.
Boro explained the emphasis given by the Government of BTR to enhance the employability and skills of the youth of BTR through a series of programs in multiple sectors being undertaken in a phased manner.
The framework for the One Year Language Training to be conducted by NSDC International Language Centre was explained by the officials of NSDC International, the nodal agency for such training programs.
Various participants and aspiring candidates from different districts attended the Orientation Program.
The Skill PMU Project Manager Uttam Kumar Brahma mentioned that similar orientation programs will be undertaken in all Districts of BTR before finalizing the first batch of candidates.
Already, nine candidates have been selected for the program after verification of the necessary eligibility criteria.
Brahma said that the cost of training including all other expenses will be sponsored by BTC. Shiladitya Sarkar, Regional Engagement Officer of NSDC, Dr. Umesh Pancho, Director of Health, Bodoland Territorial Council, Pratibha Brahma, Chairperson of Kokrajhar Municipal Board were among the officials who were present in the meeting.
