IHCL partners with Reacha and Tata Strive to train 200 youth in Baramulla

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has announced the launch of a centre in association with REACHA, a leading non-profit organisation, Tata STRIVE and the Indian Army in Boniyar, Baramulla (Aspirational District of Jammu & Kashmir). Under this partnership, the comprehensive programme aims to empower the youth and address the growing demand for a skilled workforce in region.

Gaurav Pokhariyal, Executive Vice President – Human Resources, IHCL said, "The surge in tourism in Jammu and Kashmir has created a significant demand for skilled workforce in the hospitality sector. We are delighted to take our existing association with REACHA a step further with this project. Driving a positive social impact, the program is in line with IHCL’s ESG+ framework of Paathya, provides young individuals with industry-relevant skills, enhancing their employability and contributes to the social and economic development of the region.”

The state-of-the-art skill centre at Boniyar is well-equipped to train 200 learners annually.  The job-oriented training program focuses on holistic professional development, and to provide market-related hospitality training in ‘Bakery’ and ‘Food and Beverage service’ with access to employment opportunities for the youth. In addition to technical skills, the program will equip participants with valuable life skills, empowering them and positively impacting their communities. Post course completion, learners will be given assistance for employment or entrepreneurship.

Acknowledging the need to nurture and empower the deserving young individuals, IHCL actively invests in their growth, while also playing a significant role in advancing the hospitality sector as a whole.