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Chandigarh Uni Trains Eco-Warriors for Green Jobs
3 Oct
Summary
- Grant of over Rs 17 lakhs to train youth as nature conservators.
- Program focuses on conservation, ecotourism, and green entrepreneurship.
- 50% gainful placement is a requirement for trained candidates.
Chandigarh University's Department of Biosciences has secured a grant exceeding Rs 17 lakhs from the Punjab State Council for Science & Technology. This funding supports a three-month training program focused on developing nature conservators and ecotourism guides.
The initiative, part of India's Green Skill Development Programme, aims to create a skilled workforce for environmental and forest sectors. It will train 20 participants in biodiversity assessment, wildlife identification, and sustainable tourism practices.
Participants will engage in extensive field exposure to diverse ecological sites. The program blends 40% theory with 60% practical and skill-based learning. This approach ensures trainees gain hands-on experience in conservation and tourism operations.
The program has a strong emphasis on employability, with a requirement for 50% of trained candidates to secure gainful placement. This focuses on livelihood generation, offering careers in nature guiding, ecotourism, and conservation-related entrepreneurship.
This interdisciplinary training combines ecological knowledge with hospitality and business development. It aligns with national goals to develop green-skilled human resources for sustainable development and supports Punjab's growing ecotourism sector.
