6th Batch of Hospitality – Food & Beverages Training Completes 45-Day Course

Community Development Society (CDS) organised the Valedictory Ceremony for the 6th Batch of Hospitality – Food & Beverages Training at CDS Skill Centre, Synod House, Hill Town, Lamka. The programme marked the completion of the 45-day training conducted under the Vocational Training Centre for Youth, supported by IndiGo CSR.

The programme was facilitated by Hoihte, Trainer. Lamcy Haokip, Centre Coordinator, delivered the keynote address and gave a brief report on the training and placement activities.

Lalrobul Fimate, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Churachandpur, attended the programme and presented certificates and flowers to the trainees who completed the course.

While addressing the trainees, he encouraged them to understand their abilities, interests and what they want to achieve in life. He advised them to work hard towards their goals instead of waiting for opportunities to come to them. He also appreciated the work being carried out by CDS for the youth and encouraged the organisation to continue its efforts in skill training and employment.

Rev. M. Ginminthang, Child Coordinator, EBC, offered a prayer of thanksgiving and prayed for the trainees and the Training Centre. He encouraged the trainees to hold on to good values and be a good example wherever they may go for employment.

Lianzamung Tonsing, President, CDS, also spoke to the trainees and encouraged them to work hard and remain committed to their responsibilities. He reminded those who would be moving to different cities for employment to remain connected with their community through local welfare associations, societies and fellowships. He also reminded them that every job has its own challenges and encouraged them to face these challenges with patience, hard work and perseverance.

On behalf of the 6th Batch, Angelina Chingzarzo shared a few words during the programme. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by Thangzahau Tombing, HR Manager, CDS.

Vocational Training Centre for Youth was started by CDS in 2025 with support from IndiGo CSR. Through the project, young people are provided employment-linked skill training in Hospitality – Food & Beverages.

Since the start of the programme, around 160 young people have completed the training. About 90 percent of the trained candidates have secured employment, including placements in 4-star and 5-star hotels in different cities across India.

In the 6th Batch, 29 trainees were enrolled and 26 completed the training. Three trainees could not complete the course due to personal reasons.

The training is provided free of cost with support from IndiGo CSR. Training materials, food and refreshments are also provided during the training period. After completion of the course, CDS provides placement assistance to help the trainees find employment in the hospitality sector.