Fronius India, a subsidiary of Fronius International announced the successful completion of its skilling project, FACT, batch 4. The programme aimed to recognise and reward participants for their hard work and accomplishments, particularly for selecting welding as a career.

The batch 4 training programme, which began on September 25, 2023, was a 45-day of working days structured training programme that concluded on November 30, 2023. The fourth batch of 24 students was dominated by females (16 in total), which was a noteworthy highlight. This programme is meant to provide individuals with the information and abilities required to excel in welding, thereby contributing to personal growth and professional development and allowing them to make their foray into the industry as proficient welder.

"We are overjoyed to announce the success of our Certificate Distribution Programme for FACT, Batch 4. Participants' excitement and effort have been absolutely motivating throughout these 45 working days, and we are overwhelmed with the passion of these students towards learning. This programme is aligned with our commitment to encouraging education and professional development, and we are thrilled to see the positive impact on these exceptional individuals' careers. Everyone talks about the shortage of experienced welders, and the government is also working to address this gap, but it is a big challenge considering the quality and skillset required. Fronius India serves as a link between students and industry, which is an urgent necessity," V V Kamath, Managing Director of Fronius India, stated in his deliberations as “Need of the Hour.”

Shrikrishna Karkare and Alka Karkare, Founders, Chairmen, and Managing Directors of Enpro Industries were impressed with the students' progress after viewing the welding gallery and artworks created by our students. They expressed their appreciation for this initiative mentioned that females should not seek for a separate privilege compared to males as there should be a gender equality in all fields of work and bestowed blessing on all the students.

The keynote speaker and supporter, Priyanka Shakyavanshi, Regional Human Resources Director, India, Gestamp Pune Automotive expressed her best wishes to the selected students for Gestamp Pune as welders and expressed her eagerness to welcome the placed students on December 10, 2023, at the Gestamp facility to take the first big step in their professional career. She was also the chief guest for the batch's inauguration and was constantly following the students' development. Her enthusiasm for gender equality boosted our confidence in promoting this initiative to women in India.