To empower the retailer community in the states of Odisha and Uttar Pradesh, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), working under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), announced a partnership with Coca-Cola India (15th Oct 023) to launch the Super Power Retailer Program under the Skill India Mission. The program is being piloted in the state of Odisha.

* The partnership was formally announced in the presence of the Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan; Ved Mani Tiwari, COO, NSDC; and Sanket Ray, President, Coca-Cola India & Southwest Asia.

* Under the partnership, NSDC will support Coca-Cola India in expanding the program's outreach on SID. This involves creating and refining training content that aligns with industry-specific skill requirements. Additionally, NSDC will facilitate the recruitment of trainers for program implementation and ensure a seamless learning experience by providing the requisite training infrastructure.

* Reflecting on this milestone, Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, COO, NSDC highlighted that a transformative revolution is underway within India's skill development ecosystem, driven by an unwavering commitment to empowering the country's youth and its ambitious workforce through skill acquisition, enhancement, and adaptation.

* He also mentioned that under the guidance and leadership of Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, with the introduction of the Academic Bank of Credit, a digital repository of prior learning experiences will further empower the nation's youth.

* Sanket Ray, President of Coca-Cola India & Southwest Asia, highlighted his company’s effort to create value for the retailer ecosystem which is an integral part of the business value chain.

* In the evolving consumer landscape, equipping retailers with key entrepreneurial and digital skills enhances their relevance for today’s consumers and enables them to be future-ready, he added. He applauded the efforts of the Skill India Mission that fosters innovation and provides industry-specific skills which are accessible to all..

Source : PIB