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Demonstrating a strong commitment to promoting skill development and career awareness among the youth of Meerut, the Kanohar Lal Trust Society and Meerut Institute of Technology successfully organized the second "Career Mela" at Ram Sahay Inter College, Garh Road, Meerut, on 22-23 July 2024. Supported by the Deputy Commissioner (Industries), Meerut, the initiative aimed to equip secondary school students with insights into diverse vocational opportunities and career prospects. The event saw an enthusiastic turnout of over 1,000 students from Ram Sahay Inter College and neighboring schools along with their parents, highlighting the growing recognition of vocational education as a key to future success.

The Career Mela is part of the broader initiative under the "Quadrupling GDP of Meerut" project aligning with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to integrate vocational training at the school level.

The event featured interactive booths, engaging sessions, informative displays showcasing various skills, career pathways and entrepreneurial opportunities across diverse sectors.

The inaugural session on the first day was graced by Shri Rajendra Agrawal, Hon’ble former MP of Meerut, whose words inspired students to embrace skill development as a means to unlock their potential and contribute to the district's growth.

On the second day, Shri Somendra Tomar, Hon’ble Minister of State for Energy, Uttar Pradesh, inaugurated the Mela and emphasized the vital role of skilled youth in driving the region's economic prosperity.

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