Inauguration of Lloyds Skill Training Centre
Gadchiroli, November 2026 : Gadchiroli is rich in mineral resources, and our objective is not to exploit its wealth but to utilise it responsibly. Sustainable development is our goal. We are confident that through the all-round development of this region, we will transform it into a great Gadchiroli in the future, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said.
The Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating the Lloyds Mission for Global Skills and Entrepreneurship Centre, established at Bodli by Lloyds and Metals Energy Limited. Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Jual Oram was present as the chief guest.
Chief Minister Fadnavis said that the development undertaken by Lloyds in the Gadchiroli region was people-centric rather than profit-centric. When inclusive development is pursued by taking society along, it earns social profit in the form of people's blessings. This is the work being carried out here through Lloyds, he said.
"Those who were once involved in Naxalism are now undergoing training and working as employees. This centre is developing a skilled workforce required by various industries. Five years ago, people were afraid to come here. Today, young women from this region are preparing to travel abroad and train employees there. This is the transformation that has taken place," he said.
The Chief Minister also said that while some trees might have to be cut to facilitate industries coming to the region, protecting forests must remain a priority. Keeping this in mind, the government had resolved to plant five crore trees in Gadchiroli, of which one crore trees had already been planted. "We will work towards making green Gadchiroli even greener," he added.
Union Minister Jual Oram also addressed the gathering. Lloyds Managing Director B. Prabhakaran delivered the introductory remarks.
On the occasion, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis symbolically distributed 2,500 appointment letters. He also inaugurated the Advanced Mineral Processing Workshop, Lloyds Central Kitchen and Grievance Redressal Portal.
Gadchiroli MP Namdev Kirpan, MLA Dharmarao Baba Atram, MLA Dr Milind Narote and several other dignitaries were present at the programme.
The primary objective of the centre is to provide local youth and women in Gadchiroli with practical, industry-oriented training and make them employable and self-reliant.
Major Training Courses Available
1. Technical and Engineering Skills
Welding
Electrical work
Solar technology
Plumbing
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing)
Two-wheeler vehicle repair
2. Construction and Safety
Construction
Masonry
Bar bending
Security guard training
3. Logistics and Driving
Driving light and heavy motor vehicles
Warehouse associate training
Supply chain management
4. Hospitality and Digital Skills
Hotel management
Culinary skills
Food and beverage services
Front office operations
Housekeeping
Tourism
Basic digital skills
5. Entrepreneurship Development
Guidance and training required to start one's own business.
