That’s a great initiative! The free tailoring training in Dindigul is offered under the Vetri Nichayam Scheme, which is a major skill development program launched by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Here is a breakdown of the information about the scheme and the specific tailoring training:
🧵 Vetri Nichayam Scheme – Overview
- Implementing Body: The scheme is executed by the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation (TNSDC).
- Goal: To provide free, short-term, industry-oriented skill training to unemployed youth to enhance their employability and secure job opportunities.
- Target Group: Generally, unemployed citizens of Tamil Nadu between the age of 18 to 35 years who have completed their education (graduates, diploma holders, ITI, or even school dropouts for certain courses).
- Special Focus: The scheme gives special attention to youth from economically weaker sections, disabled persons, widows, Sri Lankan Tamils, and other socio-economically disadvantaged communities.
- Duration: Training courses are typically short-term, such as a 15-day or one-month training period, or even 45 days for some courses like tailoring/embroidery.
✂️ Focus on Tailoring and Women Empowerment (Dindigul)
The tailoring and embroidery training is a key component, especially targeting women’s economic empowerment.
- Training Content: Participants learn professional tailoring skills, often including Aari embroidery alongside basic tailoring.
- Training Partner: The TNSDC partners with recognized professional training institutes or NGOs in districts like Dindigul to conduct the courses.
- Financial Benefits & Incentives:
- Free Training: The entire training cost is covered by the government.
- Skill Voucher/Stipend: Eligible candidates, particularly those from EWS backgrounds, may receive a Skill Voucher or stipend (e.g., ₹6,000 to ₹12,000) upon completion and successful assessment. This is often provided to help them start their own business or as an incentive.
- Post-Training Assistance: The scheme aims for direct placement in garment companies or assists trainees with obtaining loans/subsidies (like free sewing machines from the Social Welfare Department) to start their own small businesses from home.
📝 How to Get More Information and Apply
Since the program is implemented in batches, you need to check for the currently active registration drive in Dindigul:
- Official Portal: Visit the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation (TNSDC) official website for the Vetri Nichayam Scheme to explore available courses and registration links.
- Mobile App: The government has also launched a Vetri Nichayam Mobile App (“Skill Wallet”) where you can browse courses, register, and track your progress.
- District Skill Centre (Thiranagam): Contact the District Skill Centre (Dindigul Collectorate), which operates under the scheme’s framework, for local information on training centers, batch start dates, and required documents.
- Documents Required: You will typically need your Aadhaar Card, educational documents, proof of domicile in Tamil Nadu, and age proof.
