IIT Dhanbad Launches IT Skills Program for Tribal Students in Jharkhand
IIT Dhanbad Empowers Tribal Students with IT Skills: Capacity Building Program Underway
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The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad has initiated a capacity-building program to enhance IT skills among tribal students in Jharkhand. Supported by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, the program aims to bridge the digital divide and prepare students for future academic and professional challenges.
- 01The program targets tribal students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools in Jharkhand.
- 02It includes both theoretical assessments and practical training from April 8 to 10.
- 03Curriculum covers basic to advanced IT skills, including programming and accounting tools.
- 04The initiative is part of a broader effort to promote inclusive education and digital literacy.
- 05Prof Rashmi Singh emphasizes the importance of confidence-building in technology use.
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The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad has launched a capacity-building program aimed at enhancing IT skills among tribal students in Jharkhand. This initiative, supported by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, runs from April 8 to 10 and involves students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), which provide quality education to Scheduled Tribe students in remote areas. The program combines theoretical assessments with hands-on training, focusing on bridging the digital divide and making students future-ready. Prof Rashmi Singh, who leads the initiative, stated that the curriculum is designed to build confidence in technology use and includes modules on computer fundamentals, tally, and Python programming, along with advanced training in MS Access and accounting tools. The program reflects IIT Dhanbad's commitment to inclusive growth through education, equipping tribal youth with essential skills for the digital economy.
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This program aims to empower tribal youth with essential IT skills, enabling them to participate in the digital economy and enhancing their employment prospects.
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