Key Takeaways
- Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti directed officials to train 30,000 young people for foreign jobs.
- The program aims to equip trainees with technical skills and connect them with employment opportunities.
- Bugti emphasized the need for practical training that reflects market demand.
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has directed officials to accelerate a program aimed at training 30,000 young people for foreign employment opportunities. The initiative was discussed during the 11th board meeting of the Balochistan Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (B-TEVTA).
During the meeting, Bugti highlighted the importance of ensuring that the training provided reflects market demand and leads to actual job opportunities. He stressed the need for better training standards and stronger institutional performance, urging closer coordination among the agencies involved.
In addition to the training program, Bugti ordered a comprehensive strategy to connect 25,000 young people expected to complete technical training by next year with both domestic and international employment opportunities. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to providing practical, employment-focused training.
The Chief Minister also inaugurated an Institute Registration Portal, which aims to streamline the registration of technical training institutes and strengthen monitoring of their performance. The board reviewed delays in the Chief Minister’s Youth Skills Development Program and initiated action against those responsible for implementation delays and failure to meet targets.
Bugti emphasized that practical, employment-focused training could help young people become financially independent, support their families, and contribute to Balochistan’s economy. He directed authorities to speed up training projects and regularly assess institutional performance to ensure the program's success.
The program is part of a broader strategy to address unemployment and underemployment among young people in Balochistan. By equipping them with the necessary skills, the government hopes to create a more skilled and employable workforce, both domestically and internationally.
The Chief Minister’s directive reflects a concerted effort to improve the employment prospects of young people in Balochistan. By focusing on practical training and connecting trainees with job opportunities, the government aims to address the skills gap and support economic growth in the region.
