A Skill Development Training Programme was initiated at Shamator in collaboration with the Nagaland Skill & Employment Development Mission (NSEDM), with AISECT as the training partner at Cultural Hall, Shamator on 19th January 2026.
EAC Shamator, Kudazo Swuro highlighted the critical importance of skill development in the present socio-economic context. He emphasized that with the rapid expansion of civil construction works in Shamator district as well as in the neighbouring districts, there is a growing demand for skilled manpower in key trades such as Masonry, Tiling, Electrician, and Plumbing. He therefore urged the participants to recognize these trades not merely as livelihood options but as avenues for long-term economic growth.
The EAC exhorted that civil works within the district should be undertaken by skilled local workers instead of depending on outside labour. He further encouraged the participants to aim beyond the district and explore opportunities in other districts by exporting skilled manpower, thereby strengthening the local economy. He also highlighted the vast opportunities available in the international construction sector, noting that skilled workers are in high demand in foreign countries, where they can earn substantially and contribute to the local economy through remittances. Drawing comparisons with countries such as Japan and South Korea, Swuro observed that their economies are largely driven by skilled manpower, he stressed that Shamator district too must adopt a similar skill-driven development model to boost economic growth and self-reliance. He shared that the district administration has set an ambitious target of skilling 3,000 youth across various trades and is aggressively working towards making Shamator the first 100 percent skilled district in the coming years.
The EAC expressed his sincere appreciation to AISECT for partnering with the district administration and for deploying competent and experienced trainers. He expressed hope that AISECT would continue its support in strengthening skill development initiatives in the district. He also acknowledged the significant role played by the Rhimoru Society in mobilising and organising youth willing to undergo skill training, and urged the society to continue working towards the shared vision of a fully skilled district.
The response to the programme was encouraging with 200 participants registering for the 30-day training programme, of which 50 were women, reflecting inclusive participation and growing interest among women in skill-based livelihoods.
The programme marks an important step towards empowering youth through skills, promoting self-employment and fostering sustainable economic development in Shamator.
(L. Shahoto Yimchunger IA. Shamator)
