EDITOR’S SYNOPSIS
· ACC and the Adani Foundation empower youth from underserved communities through structured skill development programmes
· Training at the Adani Skill Development Center (ASDC), Gagal, equips Sakshi with essential retail, customer service, and communication skills
· The initiative enables Sakshi to overcome personal hardships and secure sustainable employment, uplifting her family’s future
ACC, part of the diversified Adani Portfolio and the fastest-growing building materials and solutions company, is strengthening livelihood opportunities for youth through focused, community-led skill development initiatives. In Gagal village, ACC along with the Adani Foundation continues to support young individuals from challenging socio-economic backgrounds by equipping them with employment-ready skills.
Sakshi grew up in a modest household and faced significant hardships after losing her father early in life. Her mother and elder brother worked tirelessly to sustain the family, with her brother taking up demanding work as a JCB operator to support both the home and her education. Determined to reduce her family’s burden, Sakshi sought avenues to become financially independent.
Through the Adani Skill Development Centre (ASDC) in Gagal, she enrolled in the Retail Sales Associate course, where she developed essential skills in communication, customer engagement, and sales. The structured training not only built her confidence but also prepared her for formal employment in the retail sector.
After completing the course, Sakshi secured a job with Royal Signet in Bhatinda, earning ₹12,000 in hand along with food and accommodation. Her journey is a testament to the transformative impact of ACC’s livelihood-driven interventions, enabling youth like her to rise above adversity and build a secure future.