‘Paradeep: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India), in collaboration with Gurukul foundation, has set up the Daksh Academy’ at Paradeepgarh in Jagatsinghpur district with an aim to empower local youth. The coaching centre was inaugurated on Wednesday by Odisha industries minister Sampad Chandra Swain.
Established under AM/NS India’s flagship CSR program ‘Daksh’, the centre aims to provide free, high-quality coaching to aspirants preparing for government and competitive exams including IAS, OAS, Banking, Railways, Defence, ÕSSC, OSSSC, OPSC, Clerk, Teacher, Secretariat and many more.
Equipped with smart classrooms, career counselling, digital library, computer lab with Wi- Fi, and a team of experienced faculty, Daksh Academy will also offer soft-skills training, interview preparation, and personality development sessions to enhance employability and confidence among students.
The inauguration ceremony was also graced by esteemed dignitaries including Ms. Sasmita Behera, Sarpanch, Paradeepgarh, Debendra Rout, Sarpanch, Nuagarh, Rohit Jena, Sarpanch, Bhutamundai, USR Raju, Head-Paradeep Pellet Plant, AM/NS India, Dr. Vikas Yadvendu, Head-CSR, AM/NS India, Sanjay Behera, Senior Advocate, Suraj Mishra, Director and Founder, Gurukul Academy, students of the institute and members of the community.
On the occasion, Sampad Chandra Swain commended AM/ NS India for establishing the much-needed academy in Paradeepgarh. He also urged the local youth to make the most of the opportunity and enrol in large numbers in the academy to prepare themselves for a successful future in government services.
Speaking on the occasion, USR Raju said,”Education has always been a key focus area for AM/NS India. Through various career-oriented initiatives, we aim to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in competitive examinations.
