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  IHCL, Uttarakhand Govt Tie Up For Hospitality Skill Centre
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IHCL, Uttarakhand Govt Tie Up For Hospitality Skill Centre

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SETU Aayog, Government of Uttarakhand, to set up a hospitality skill-training centre in Nainital. This initiative aligns with IHCL’s ESG+ framework, Paathya, and aims to provide industry-relevant training to local youth.
“This upcoming skill centre will empower the region’s youth with industry-relevant training, encouraging inclusive growth while contributing to India’s travel and tourism economy,” said Gaurav Pokhariyal, Executive Vice President, IHCL.
Developed in partnership with Tata STRIVE, Kumaun University, Uttarakhand Skill Development Society, and the Department of Higher Education, the centre will offer courses in Food & Beverage Service, Front Office, and Kitchen operations. Hostel facilities and internships will also be provided.
“This initiative is a step forward in aligning industry and academia for job creation and regional economic growth,” said Raj Shekhar Joshi, Vice Chairman, SETU Aayog.
Over three years, the centre aims to train over 500 youth. IHCL currently supports 53 such skill centres and plans to train 1,00,000 youth by 2030.


Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SETU Aayog, Government of Uttarakhand, to set up a hospitality skill-training centre in Nainital. This initiative aligns with IHCL’s ESG+ framework, Paathya, and aims to provide industry-relevant training to local youth.“This upcoming skill centre will empower the region’s youth with industry-relevant training, encouraging inclusive growth while contributing to India’s travel and tourism economy,” said Gaurav Pokhariyal, Executive Vice President, IHCL.Developed in partnership with Tata STRIVE, Kumaun University, Uttarakhand Skill Development Society, and the Department of Higher Education, the centre will offer courses in Food & Beverage Service, Front Office, and Kitchen operations. Hostel facilities and internships will also be provided.“This initiative is a step forward in aligning industry and academia for job creation and regional economic growth,” said Raj Shekhar Joshi, Vice Chairman, SETU Aayog.Over three years, the centre aims to train over 500 youth. IHCL currently supports 53 such skill centres and plans to train 1,00,000 youth by 2030.

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