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Uttarakhand Opens New Language Centre in Almora for Global Jobs

The Uttarakhand government has announced the opening of a new Language Training Centre in Almora to expand its global employment initiative. This is the second such facility under the Chief Minister's Skill Upgradation and Global Employment Scheme, with the training budget significantly increased from Rs 75 lakh to Rs 3.3 crore. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is focused on ensuring more students benefit, while the state also monitors the safety of those who have secured jobs abroad, particularly in West Asia. During the assembly session, Dhami also highlighted that Uttarakhand has been recognized by NITI Aayog for its excellent financial management and fiscal discipline.

Key Points: Uttarakhand's New Almora Language Centre for Global Jobs

  • New language centre in Almora
  • Part of CM's global employment scheme
  • Training budget increased to Rs 3.3 crore
  • State monitors safety of workers abroad
  • Uttarakhand praised for fiscal management
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Uttarakhand govt to open new language training centre in Almora

Uttarakhand govt opens a new language training centre in Almora under its global employment scheme to help students secure jobs abroad.

"the recently released Fiscal Health Index 2026 by NITI Aayog has appreciated Uttarakhand's financial management. - Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Chamoli, March 13

Uttarakhand governemnt announced on Friday that it is expanding its global employment initiative by opening a new Language Training Centre in Almora to help students master foreign languages and secure jobs abroad.

According to the Chief Minister's Office, t his will be the state's second such facility under the Chief Minister's Skill Upgradation and Global Employment Scheme, joining the original centre that has been operational in Dehradun since 2023.

The state government launched the Chief Minister's Skill Upgradation and Global Employment Scheme in 2023. Under this scheme, the first Language Training Centre was established in Dehradun, where students are being trained in various foreign languages. The centre also assists them in securing employment opportunities abroad.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed the department to increase the number of such centres so that more students can benefit from the initiative. On Friday, the fifth day of the Assembly's budget session, Skill Development Minister Saurabh Bahuguna announced the opening of the new Language Training Centre in Almora on behalf of the government.

CM Dhami is particularly serious about ensuring that more students benefit from this scheme. As a result, the training budget under the programme, which was earlier Rs 75 lakh, has now been increased to Rs 3.3 crore.

Skill Development Minister Saurabh Bahuguna said that due to the Chief Minister's positive vision, many more students will now be able to benefit from the training.

Amid the ongoing war-like situation in West Asia, the state government is also closely monitoring the safety of people who have secured jobs abroad through this scheme.

Speaking in the Assembly, Bahuguna said that communication has been established with those currently working in Saudi Arabia, and they are completely safe.

On the same day, Friday, Dhami said in the Assembly session in Bhararisain (Gairsain) that Uttarakhand has, in recent years, gained recognition at the national level as a leading state in financial management, fiscal discipline, and good governance.

He stated that the positive outcomes are the result of the state government's transparent financial policies, effective utilisation of resources, and a long-term economic vision.

Speaking during the Assembly session in Gairsain, the Chief Minister said that "the recently released Fiscal Health Index 2026 by NITI Aayog has appreciated Uttarakhand's financial management. According to the report, Uttarakhand has secured the second position among the North-Eastern and Himalayan states."

He added that "this achievement reflects the state's strong policies in revenue growth, improved quality of expenditure, deficit management, and debt management."

- ANI

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Priya S
While the intent is good, I hope the execution is solid. Just opening centres isn't enough. They need qualified trainers, updated curriculum, and proper placement cells. The budget increase is promising, but let's see where the money actually goes. Fingers crossed for our students!
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Vikram M
Good step. But what about jobs within India? We should also focus on skill development for our own industries. Sending everyone abroad is not a permanent solution. Still, for those who want to go, this training will be very helpful. Jai Uttarakhand!
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Rohit P
My cousin did a German course from the Dehradun centre and got a job in Berlin! The family is so proud. If they can replicate that success in Almora, it will change so many lives. The part about monitoring safety in West Asia is also very responsible. Well done.
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Sarah B
As someone who hires globally, language skills are absolutely critical. This is a forward-thinking policy. It's not just about translation, it's about understanding culture and business etiquette. Uttarakhand is setting a great example for other states to follow.
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Nikhil C
Hope they include Mandarin Chinese in the courses. The future is there. Also, glad to hear about the fiscal health ranking. Good governance should mean schemes like this actually reach people on the ground. Almora, get ready for some new opportunities! ✨

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