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For hands-on training, participants also visited prominent industrial sites, including
Siddhachakra Weaving Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad, and the iconic Statue of Unity. They observed
diverse business operations and factors involved in achieving business growth. The
programme was conducted under the leadership of Dr. Satya Ranjan Acharya, Programme
Director and Dr. Lalit Arora, Programme Coordinator.
In all, the programme saw active participation from 31 defence personnel, including 17
from the Army, 5 from the Navy, and 9 from the Air Force, posted across India. The
valedictory of the programme was held on 30th August, 2024 and was graced by eminent
guests Brig. N V Nath, Group Commander NCC Group, Ahmedabad and Lt Col Rakesh
Kumar, Indian Army.
Brig. N V Nath emphasized the importance of such trainings in shaping successful ventures.
He stated, "Training is about acquiring knowledge, but more important is to apply that
knowledge effectively in the real world. The success of this programme will be determined
by how well these defence personnel are able to translate their learning into viable business
ventures.”
Lt Col Rakesh Kumar, Indian Army,
remarked, "Our armed forces
personnel have demonstrated
remarkable courage and leadership in
defending the nation. They already
have unique personality traits that will
help them face the odds in their
entrepreneurial journey, and this
knowledge will further add wings to
their dreams.”
At the Valediction, Dr. Sunil Shukla, Director General, EDII said, "Entrepreneurial skills can
ease the process of transitioning from armed forces into civilian life. This programme was
especially designed with the motive of helping armed force personnel leverage on their
unique personality attributes, acquire entrepreneurial skills and competencies and float
their own businesses. I am happy we could train, counsel and handhold them appropriately.”
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For hands-on training, participants also visited prominent industrial sites, including
Siddhachakra Weaving Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad, and the iconic Statue of Unity. They
observed diverse business operations and factors involved in achieving business growth.
The programme was conducted under the leadership of Dr. Satya Ranjan Acharya,
Programme Director and Dr. Lalit Arora, Programme Coordinator.
In all, the programme saw active participation from 31 defence personnel, including 17
from the Army, 5 from the Navy, and 9 from the Air Force, posted across India. The
valedictory of the programme was held on 30th August, 2024 and was graced by eminent
guests Brig. N V Nath, Group Commander NCC Group, Ahmedabad and Lt Col Rakesh
Kumar, Indian Army.
Brig. N V Nath emphasized the importance of such trainings in shaping
successful ventures. He stated, "Training is about acquiring knowledge,
but more important is to apply that knowledge effectively in the real
world. The success of this programme will be determined by how well
these defence personnel are able to translate their learning into viable
business ventures.”
Lt Col Rakesh Kumar, Indian Army, remarked, "Our armed forces
personnel have demonstrated remarkable courage and leadership in
defending the nation. They already have unique personality traits that
will help them face the odds in their entrepreneurial journey, and this
knowledge will further add wings to their dreams.”
At the Valediction, Dr. Sunil Shukla, Director General, EDII said, "Entrepreneurial skills can
ease the process of transitioning from armed forces into civilian life. This programme was
especially designed with the motive of helping armed force personnel leverage on their
unique personality attributes, acquire entrepreneurial skills and competencies and float
their own businesses. I am happy we could train, counsel and handhold them
appropriately.”

Brig. N V Nath, Group Commander NCC Group, Ahmedabad
addressing the participants at the valediction ceremony.

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