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S L L I K S B JO E LIF January 2014
Monthly News Bulletin of DB Tech Society www.http://dbtech.in
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Congratulations Fr. Joseph for
years of steadfast service
On December 29, 2013, Fr. A. M. Joseph, SDB (Executive Director, DB Tech) celebrated his 25th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood at St. George Church Aikarachira (Kottayam, Kerala) with Salesians, friends, relatives and local representatives.
Don Bosco Tech Society has launched a new website at www.dbtech.in The new website of DB Tech went live on December 31, 2013. The new website launched by Fr. A. M. Joseph SDB (Executive Director, DB Tech). This website offers quick and easy access to essential information on DB Tech, which is part of the organisation's ongoing efforts to enhance the quality and availability of information to the stakeholders worldwide. The website boasts a colourful design and is divided into five sections: Know DB Tech, Our Approach, Get Involved, Get Informed and Work with us. Each page provides detailed
information on these five aspects. The website offers four special features: a database of case studies under 'Rising Star' section, volunteering initiative in 'Freedom with Five', a nationwide presence in 'DB Tech Spread', and any needy youth can enroll directly online in 'Wanna be Skilled'. The website's user-friendly nature provides users with more efficient access to the organisation's resources. The user can download the videos, news clippings, reports, publications and photographs from the website.
The DB Tech team congratulates Fr. Joseph on his silver jubilee and prays that the God might grant him many more years of service with the community. It has been an honor, blessing, and privilege for each of us at DB Tech. We look forward to many more years of his leadership, his compassion and his uplifting spirit.
Job Fair Organized by DB Tech in Association with NAESEY More than 25,000 job seekers attended a post-Christmas Job Fair organized by DB Tech (Vazhikatti) in association with NAESEY (Arcot), which is located in the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu on December 28, 2013. Over 10,000 candidates were shortlisted by 90 leading companies. The selected candidates were given appointment letters on the spot in the job fair. The mega event held at SSS Arts & Science College (Arcot) and was meticulously planned and executed by DB Tech team. The support they received from NAESEY (New Era Association of Self-Employed Youth) was invaluable. Through 250 registration centres set up in various districts, 25,646 young men and women registered themselves with the hope of getting a job in the New Year 2014. The majority of the candidates came from Vellore and its neighboring districts, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram and Thiruvannamalai. For the candidates who attended the job mela, it was a great opportunity to interact with various companies and to showcase their talents and capabilities. The prospective candidates were coached by Vazhikaatti staff on the dos and don'ts of job interview. They were interviewed by the companies and their credentials were examined by personnel from nearly 100 companies in stalls set up for the purpose. The inaugural function was presided over by Shri Naesey Rajesh (General Secretary, Tamil Nadu Youth Congress). Other guests of honour attended the job mela included Shri. Suraj M. N. Hegde (Secretary, All India Congress Committee)and Shri Lokesh Nayaka (Secretary, Indian Youth Congress). Dr. Naesey J. Ramachandran (General Secretary, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee) presided over the concluding function during which Shri E. V. K. S. Elangovan (Former Union Minister) and Shri C. Gnanasekaran (Vice-President, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee) gave away the appointment orders to the selected candidates. Dr. G. Chinna Reddy (Secretary, All India Congress Committee) addressed the gathering. For Don Bosco Tech, it was yet another feather in the cap. At the closing of a very eventful year, they were able to touch the lives of thousands of young men and women from the weaker section by helping them to find a suitable and gainful employment.
Certificate Distribution Ceremony at DB Tech (Bandlaguda)
A valedictory ceremony was organized at DB Tech (Bandlaguda) in order to hand over the course completion certificates to the students of Accenture project. Fr. Rev. Raminedi Balaraju (Provincial, Salesians of Don Bosco, Andhra Pradesh) invited as Chief Guest. Other dignitaries present at the function included Fr. Rev. Thathireddy Vijay Bhaskar (Vice-Provincial, Salesians of Don Bosco, Andhra Pradesh), Fr. K. T. Jose (Correspondent, Don Bosco School, Bandlaguda) and Fr. Suresh (Principal, Don Bosco School, Bandlaguda). The program started with a brief introduction of the guests by Fr. Sojan (State Head, DB Tech - Andhra Pradesh). Ms. T. Mahalaxmi (Mother of Vani, DB Tech Student) and Ms. Sumathi (Trainee, DB Tech) lit the lamp to invite the Gods presence and his light into the session. At the occasion, BASE alumni shared their experiences associated with training at DB Tech and job placement. Then Fr. Rev. Raminedi Balaraju addressed the gathering and distributed certificates to the second batch students. After his address, Fr. Rev. Thathireddy Vijay Bhaskar distributed certificates to the third batch students. After certificates distribution, the students of Don Bosco School gave a group dance performance. After the group dance, Fr. K. T. Jose spoke to the gathering and distributed certificates to fourth batch students. After his address, Fr. Suresh gave a inspirational speech to the students of DB Tech. On this occasion, Mr. Sridhar (State Coordinator, DB Tech, Andhra Pradesh) shared a report on skill development program running across the state. At last, Fr. Sojan gave the course completion certificates to the current batch students along with Fr. Kalyan (Secretary, Province) and Fr. Ashok. At the end, the students and the parents were of the view that such gatherings really means for the underprivileged youth. They expressed their gratitude towards the services of Don Bosco Tech for youth.
A Token of Appreciation to Mr Ajay (Alumnus, DB Tech) for Being Honest
A Round of Applause for Warriors of DB Tech (Ganderbal) Another ‘wow’ moment for DB Tech, since DB Tech (Ganderbal, J&K) has recorded 100% Placement. All the trainees enrolled in the skill training have been successfully placed in appropriate and suitable jobs. The main income of Ganderbal district comes from agriculture. However, the district is on the path of the industrialization. Despite topographical limitations industrial sector has been declared as the major vehicle for accelerating economic activity. DB Tech (Ganderbal) is one of the Himayat centres working in the acceleration mode from past two years. Till date four batches of Himayat training program have completed in this centre. In the fourth batch, DB Tech (Ganderbal) has successfully achieved the target of 100% placement by placing 87 students. The centre offers training in different domains such as BPO, Retail and Hospitality. The trainees have been helped to get placement in brands like Café Coffee Day, Barbeque Nation, Aegis Global Services, Vedic Health Care, Lifeline Adventures, etc. The acknowledgment for this wonderful achievement goes to the group of the trainers, who have wholeheartedly imparted right skills among the students and made them capable enough to get the job. On behalf of DB Tech, we appreciate DB Tech (Ganderbal) team, Mr Irshad Ahmad Wani (BPO Trainer & Center Coordinator), Ms Ruqaiyah Fayaz (ITES Trainer), Mr Aadil Ashraf (Communicative English Trainer) and Mr Arif Hanief (Hospitality Trainer), who have achieved the target fruitfully.
Rising Star | Sekhar Pradhan
Reason to smile
Mr. Sekhar Pradhan is Personal Assistant to Mr. Basudev Swain (MD, Jai Mata Di Agro & Minerals, Rourkela). Sekhar got this opportunity after taking training from DB Tech (Phulbani, Odisha) in the Sales & Marketing domain under OLM project. Today he travels with his boss in an AC car along with a laptop. Presently he is getting Rs. 6000/per month with free food and accommodation. He is also availing benefits such as PF and ESI and a mobile from office. As he has shared, his salary will be increased to Rs.15000/- per month if he will continue working for three months. The person who is today enjoying a blissful life today was at one point of time in utter despair. The BASE programme launched by DB Tech came as a savior to him, Sekhar hails from village Padunbadi located at Kandhamal district of Odisha. There is no connectivity, no electricity, no mobile network and no drinking water. One has to walk up the hillock for 45 minutes from the link road to reach his house. He has lived in such a pathetic condition. He is the only son of his parents Mr. Nehura Pradhan and Mrs. Umabati Pradhan. He came for training at DB Tech just after finishing his 12th standard, and there, his life took a ‘U turn’. The boy started his training at DB Tech in the Sales & Marketing domain. “He was one of the intelligent, sharp, disciplined and humble candidates. Sekhar was always eager to participate in all sorts of activities, be it inter-active sessions or games,” says Mr. Sarat Ch. Dash (Trainer-DB Tech, Phulbani). He turned out to be a good speaker and hosted couple of shows during his tenure as a trainee in BASE. He shared a warm relation with all the trainers and carved his own niche in the hearts of all trainers and trainees. He grasped every single opportunity to come in front and speak in English. “In fact he had a strong desire to speak perfect English and correct his pronunciation. During the classes, he used to keep his dictionary right in front of his desk so that he could get the meaning of all the difficult words”, says Ms. Sradha (Trainer - DB Tech, Phulbani). He used to make extra effort to learn English from Fr. Corne of Xavier Community College. Just a day ago he visited the centre. While interacting with the new batch, he said, “Fine-tuning of soft skills is most important. It really helps one to get a good job, what I am today is because of the opportunity provided by DB Tech. So just avail this opportunity at your best.” He purposely talked to the students in English to motivate them and giving them the hope that they can also be like him in three months of training. He also said, “Dream young India dream! Grab the opportunity, sharpen your skills and fly high, your future is in your hand”. The trainees were indeed amazed at the calibre of their senior Sekhar. The DB Tech team of Phulbani salute this young person and wish him all the very best to be successful at every stage of life. For more Information on Don Bosco Tech Society, visit www.dbtech.in or contact us at info@dbtech.in / Helpline: 1800 208 5555 (Toll free) For media enquires, please contact communications@dbtech.in Designed and published by Communications Department, Don Bosco Tech Society
Ajay Minz is a trainee of DB Tech (Hatia),
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(Jharkhnad). He has completed his training at DB Tech in the Hospitality domain and is presently working as Floor Attendant in the Housekeeping department of
Hotel Pride located at Ahmedabad (Gujarat). His monthly remuneration is Rs. 5500 along with food and accommodation. At his workplace, he has recently been awarded with the certificate of appreciation saying that he is the Honest Employee for the Year 2013. At his achievement, his mentor Mr.
Arvind
(Hospitality Trainer, DB
Tech, Hatia) says, “It feels great to see our students progressing in the right direction, I am really happy for Ajay, he has always been my favorite, he was the most obedient and sincere student of the class who always used to be first to participate whether it is some training related activities or any co – curricular activities. I am proud to be his mentor.” On receiving the appreciation letter and certificate Ajay was of the view that, “DB Tech is the only name behind all my success, I owe a big thanks to complete DB Tech staff with special thank to my trainers.”