Unleashing the Potential of Vocational Education: Empowering Students in Hard Zones with skills in IT.
Editorial: In this issue, we celebrate the achievements of IT/ITeS students from remote districts in Jammu division who have embraced vocational education. Through mastering software tools and computer skills, these students have transformed their lives.
Unleashing Potential through Vocational Education: Vocational education equips students with practical skills, even in areas with limited access to quality education. The right skills and attitude can overcome geographical barriers.
Earning a Living: Breaking Limitations: Students have transitioned from learners to earners, securing employment in graphic design, web development, and data entry. This financial independence boosts their confidence and inspires their communities.
Teaching as Empowerment: Proficient in software tools and computers, some students have become teachers, imparting their knowledge and skills to others. They elevate their own lives while empowering future generations.
Pioneering Entrepreneurship: Equipped with skills and knowledge, students have embarked on entrepreneurial ventures, leveraging technology to create opportunities. They inspire others with their enterprising spirit.
Local Editorial Team: Amplifying Voices, Inspiring Change: Our local editorial team showcases local stories, fostering unity and shared aspirations. They plan to make it a bimonthly newsletter. These students’ journeys exemplify the transformative power of vocational education. From earning a livelihood to teaching and entrepreneurship, they demonstrate resilience and the need for accessible quality education. Let us support and nurture this talent, ensuring every individual can unleash their potential and contribute to a brighter future for our communities.
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Tabarak Alam Invests his Multi faceted skills to get return
It was in the year 2019-20 that one boy namely Tabark Alam enrolled in class 9th in Govt. Hr. Sec. School Fatehpur and took up the IT/ITES as a vocational Subject. He came from a very humble background. His father was daily laborer and mothers a housewife but this boy had dreams in his eyes. With good communication skills and fine in studies, he wanted to achieve something in life and was hopeful of bringing his family out of poverty. He was always fascinated by machines and technologies.
He used to roam in the computer labs accompanying the school electrician and expressing his keenness to learn about the machinery. His hidden talent was recognized by his Vocational trainer Naseem Akhter who then encouraged him to improve on these skills. He was good in studies. Thanks to his curiosity and interest he was always sought after whenever a machines, wiring, inverter and solar panel to repair. On the back of these skills when he completed his class 10th from Govt. Hr. Sec. School Fatehpur he approached a local motor garage (Mahindra Astro Motor Garage Ahtti) to take up the work as a Data entry operator and Technician. There were many others who had also applied for the job but Tabark Alam’s exposure and skills helped him to grab the opportunity and start a new life. Now, he has a job in hand with monthly salary of Rs 10000(7500 basic and incentives upto 3000) and this workshop is nearly 3 kms far away from his home and is a walking distance for him. He has an aim to start his own workshop where he wants to setup sales as well as service counter for Automobiles. He is supporting his family and other siblings are banking on him. He has good reputation at the garage and is known for his fine technical skill and knowledge of computer. He is currently working as data entry operator and senior mechanic at the garage and hopeful of making a good name in motor mechanics in the area.
Sabrina Rafiq: Sees herself as a Web Developer
This story is about Sabrina Rafiq. She has recently qualified her class 12th annual examination with a distinction while scoring 90/100 marks in IT/ITeS. She has ever been so keen and interested towards IT and computer and her hard work has always guided her to great success despite the fact that she lives in a hard zone with level 4. During the 11th and 12th classes she was trained by VT Muzamil Ahmad in different software’s and in 2022 (during 12th class) she was working with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
In the mean time a mini project was assigned to her and she had to develop a small and simple website for the school, during their course work. Very fortunately it proved beneficial for four students and Sabrina is one of them. While Sabrina was assigned to develop the staff profile webpage. She did it really very well and the trainer was amazed by her skills to analyze the requirements and to collect the related information from the office and every staff member. After analyses and data collection she did well with the development as well. We hope she will get better and greater chances to do different software or website development projects. Her understanding of the project and analyzing of data and developmental needs at the very first project showed that she has got a long way to go. Her thirst towards IT can be felt by her step of not leaving school ‘IT GROUP’ even after passing the class 12th exam. Now she has a desire to study further in the field of information technology and is preparing for CUET exams to get selected for computer applications courses. Hope she will do wonders in future and this first step of success will have its impression when she will be flying high in the sky.
Sachiv Sambyal: Learner to Trainer
Mr. Sachiv Sambyal who has achieved great success after studying vocational subject IT/ITES from Trainer Rahul Gupta (2021-22). Mr. Sachiv learned various technical and soft skills from VT of Higher Secondary school Teryath, one such skill he is using is MS OFFICE.
He is working as associate trainer cum office assistant at Verma computer and skill institute Teryath under National Urban Rural computer literacy Mission . This institute is in Reasi which is more than 70 Kms from his home. He is also continuing his further studies but he has taken a rental accommodation which is within 1 km range from his office. He is teaching MS WORD, EXCEL, MS ACCESS, online form and internet to the students of computer institute. Moreover he is assisting in office work of institute such as letter drafting, Data entry in MIS, identity card making and online portal work etc. and earning 4000 per month out of his part time job. The head trainer highly values his services. Mr. Sachiv thus has became self-dependent, he fulfills his financial needs himself which also includes his college expenses and all credit goes to the Vocational training program which trained him to such an extent that they can earn their livelihood in today’s competition. Sachiv wants to pursue engineering in computer science/IT as he is highly motivated in IT subject by his trainer. This remarkable achievement of MR. Sachiv Sambyal is a testament to the transformative.
The Success Story is about student Rehan Ahmed who has achieved great success after studying vocational subject IT/ITES from Trainer Waseem Ahad . He has learnt hands on skill on various tools from VT Waseem Ahad. Some of the tools he is proficient in are Ms Word, Ms Excel, PHOTOSHOP. Rehan is working as freelancer and his earning is based on the number of hours he works. He is providing services to the local shopkeepers. One such shopkeeper is Mr. Amin Ahmad where Rehan Ahmad is working as a freelancer and is making passport size photos in that shop for different customers and is earning a good amount in the form of commission out of this part time job . Mr Amin Ahmad also appreciates his work and is happy with his services .
Rehan Ahmed: Freelancing his first step towards Entrepreneurship
The Success Story is about student Rehan Ahmed who has achieved great success after studying vocational subject IT/ITES from Trainer Waseem Ahad . He has learnt hands on skill on various tools from VT Waseem Ahad. Some of the tools he is proficient in are Ms Word, Ms Excel, PHOTOSHOP.
Rehan is working as freelancer and his earning is based on the number of hours he works. He is providing services to the local shopkeepers. One such shopkeeper is Mr. Amin Ahmad where Rehan Ahmad is working as a freelancer and is making passport size photos in that shop for different customers and is earning a good amount in the form of commission out of this part time job . Mr Amin Ahmad also appreciates his work and is happy with his services .
The Student Mr Rehan Ahmad is thus providing financial support to his family through this part time freelancing work, all credit goes to vocational training program due to which he got trained to such an extent that he can earn his own livelihood . Throughout these years VT of this School continued to make a difference in the lives of number of students. The story of remarkable achievement of Rehan Ahmad is an inspiration to others that are in learning phase.
Student's Corner
Amritpal Singh
Amritpal Singh, IT-ITeS pass out from GSSS Khadur Sahib, Tarn Taran has been working as a salesman with Eureka Forbes for the past 2 months. He has a unique way of handling impatient customers. When the customer does not have the time and tries to shoo him off, he puts on a smile and says “No problem sir / ma’am, please take this brochure and read it if and when you have the time and let me know if I can be of any help”. This has softened a lot of customers who have ended up hearing him out. He gives his entire salary to his parents and feels proud that he can help out at home.
November 16, 2018
Ranjit Singh
Ranjit Singh is an IT-ITeS pass out from GSSS Khadur Sahib, Tarn Taran and works for Eureka Forbes for the past 2 months. He is employed as a salesman and has been putting his skills into action. He loves traveling to meet his clients and is glad about the experience he is gaining. He gives his salary to his family. When asked, where he sees himself in 2 – 3 years, he said he wants to study further while still working so that he can continue to support his family.
November 16, 2018
Sunil Kumar
Sunil Kumar works in Competent Synergies and is already 3 months into the job which he got after passing out of the IT – ITeS course from GSSS Dutarawali, Fazilka. He follows up with customers who have not recharged or have stopped using Airtel’s service and tries to solve the issues they faced and get them back to being an Airtel customer. He can converse in Hindi, Punjabi and English depending on the customers’ preference. He, says his entire lifestyle and outlook has changed, and he now knows how to conduct himself, talk to his customers, and handle stressful situations. He is also proficient in Excel and is eager to show his skills to his manager to take on higher assignments.
November 16, 2018
Kuldeep
Kuldeep works in Competent Synergies after he passed out of the IT – ITeS course from GSSS Dutarawali, Fazilka. When asked about how the job was, he said “Ekdum badiya!” He sells hello tunes to customers and can handle impatient and tough customers. He stays far from home and has rented a room with his friend. They eat lunch at the office canteen and have dinner at the gurudwara near their house. He gives full credit to the IT-ITeS course he took up in school and has persuaded his younger brother who studies in the same school to take up the vocational course so that he too can land a good job after passing out.
November 16, 2018
Reshma
Everything in life depends upon some word from some source. How we understand the words of our world and how we respond to them will often determine our failure or success in making life choices. Choose the right word. According to me, I am average in analytical skills. Training at Laqsh was really helpful in getting confidence in many areas. Another speciality of Laqsh is the individual attention given by the faculty. The faculty share their own experience. That really inspired me. I attended my first interview on the last day of the course & I got my first job! I am really thankful to Laqsh and the faculty. I am placed in Rapid Value It Services as a Software Tester.
July 27, 2018
Bharath Kumar
One to one interactions have helped me think logically and practically.Our faculty makes software testing concepts simpler by citing a lot of examples.I am encouraged to use them,to test the application on my own and rectify errors.Lab sessions have helped me to improve my practical knowledge.
July 27, 2018
Anitha
It was pleasure for having got trained with institute like Laqsh. Earlier I attend an interview with Ernst & Young and could not clear it as I lacked some skills. Laqsh helped me fill that skill gap and helped me imporve my Computer Skills, Testing Skills, build up my confidence level. I would always be thankful to Laqsh for providing me an opportunity to get placed in Wipro Technologies as a Software Engineer.
July 27, 2018
Mamtha
I am Mamatha.J. LAQSH is a place where you can learn new things everyday. The faculty were helpfull 24/7 I am joining Wipro Technologies as a Software Tester from 24-12-12 . I will never forget LAQSH
July 27, 2018
Washimenla
I joined Laqsh on August, 2012, as BLR 9 batch. But some unknown fear and insecurity took over me. Maybe it was the fear of being in a new place, among new people. I failed to open up myself. So, I started neglecting my classes. I was so stubborn, and so I decided to leave Laqsh. On the day when I came to Laqsh to present my application, to drop the course, something happened. The faculties of Laqsh took a hold of me, because somehow they knew that this act of mine was suicidal. They were not willing to give up on me, even when I myself had give up all hopes. That day was the most difficult day; I had a tug of war going on in my mind. Finally I gave in. I took their generous advice and decided to rejoin again. It was too late for me to join my previous batch, so I joined as the new BLR 11 batch, on October, 2012. That brought a drastic change in my life. Today after three and half months of my stay at Laqsh, I have become a more matured and confident person. I was like a lost sheep at first. Laqsh rescued me, and have so passionately nurtured and guided me to achieve to certain great heights that I had only imagined in my wildest dreams. I am so thankful to all the wonderful, most acknowledgeable faculty of Laqsh and they are the sole reason why I am in such a confident level now. And now I can’t be more grateful and thankful enough to each and every one of them for making me get through in my first ever job interview by Logfire as Software Tester.
July 27, 2018
Yashashwini C
Having got trained in Laqsh I could get two best breaks for my career. I got placed in Wipro Technologies & Accenture as well, of which I chose to join Accenture. I would always be thankful to the people of Laqsh for having guided me for building up my career.
July 27, 2018
Shalini
In Laqsh,I experienced a unique experience to learn things, they teach us to learn & have fun. I enjoyed every moment. All trainers focused mainly on "How to grow into a professional from a student” . They trained us on all requirements that a company can expect from an individual
July 27, 2018
Manu Awalla
“I’m loving it!! LAQSH- is a good platform to learn. I am enjoying every moment. “
July 27, 2018
Pradeep Kumar
Hi I am Pradeep, I joined Laqsh to improve my presentation skills and speaking.I enjoyed the training.It has lot of activities and is fun learning.Thats the best part about LAQSH. Thank you Laqsh.
July 27, 2018
Sindhuja
My sincere thanks to Laqsh job skill academy. It was a great experience in Laqsh for 4 months, it was like an extension of my college life. I learnt lot of new things from this academy like software testing, corporate culture, & so much about software that i was not aware before. Laqsh has a beautiful, friendly atmosphere to study in. They even conduct lot of cultural activities like we celebrated onam festival, Teachers day etc. I got placed in Wipro Technologies with the help of Laqsh academy
July 27, 2018
Neenu
Laqsh changed me a lot. I was very scared to speak before people even in my mother tongue. It got reduced because of Laqsh's education. It is the best platform to learn and upgrade ourselves.The faculty are very helpful & attend to each & every student.The main attraction is it has lot of activities.Laqsh helped me to get through the first interview itself.I got selected in Rapid Value IT Services in Kerala as a software tester. I am very happy
July 27, 2018
McNeil Glen D'Souza
"At LAQSH, I developed leadership qualities and I learned to take initiative."
July 27, 2018
Chandan Rastogi
The surest way not to fail is to determine to succeed.”- Richard Brinsley Sheridan I’m a B.Tech graduate from IIMT, Uttar Pradesh. I come from a business family. My native is Sitapur. My mother is a teacher of Mathematics and sister a Credit officer at the Bank of Baroda. After completing my graduation I gave a job mentor test conducted by the fresher’s world (helps in analyzing ones aptitude and technical skills). I also looked for jobs but didn’t find anything suitable or interesting. That is when I decided to specialize in a specific domain. I decided to move to Bangalore as it provides good job opportunities in the IT sector and majority of the IT companies are based in Bangalore. I got to know about Laqsh courses through fresher’s world. After joining this course, “My technical and practical knowledge have improved. I gathered skills which helped me clear interviews. Also, I have also become very confident”. Sushma Nagendra and Mr Kannan were my favorite teachers. They used very different teaching methodologies which were easy to understand. My dream is to work with Google. Currently I’m placed at INTEGRA MICRO SOFTWARE SERVICES PVT. LTD, Bangalore as Software Engineer Testing. My advice to everyone is, “One should be confident and never give up. One should have the willingness to learn and adapt then everything will fall into place.”
July 27, 2018
Yogesh Sharma
Training at Laqsh was really helpful in getting confidence in many areas. There are many institute that have similar kind of stuffs but the specialties about Laqsh is its individual attention and its curriculum. Apart from this what can I say about Technical training when person like Kanan Sir and Sushma Mam who has 20 yrs of experience with them are itself in this. Must say that if we have the problem Kanan sir has the solution.
July 27, 2018
Sivaraj.E
I really thank to Laqsh that they gave me the right path to live in this country, that's why right now I work for a software company in bangalore.
July 27, 2018
Nithya Shekar
Its my privilege to be talking about LAQSH as i have learnt many things from this institute. I'm glad to be part of the laqsh family. I joined this institute to learn about software testing. LAQSH has tought me so many things other then the subject in a short period of time. Laqsh has a good set up & I'm really thankful to laqsh and the faculty because they have helped me in every aspect, and now, I'm happily placed in WIPRO.
July 27, 2018
Krishna
"I was a very nervous person but now I am much more confident."
July 27, 2018
Kavitha Sharma
The word LAQSH itself holds a special meaning in my heart. I'm glad to be a part of the LAQSH family. Before joining this institute for manual testing I had no idea about this field as I was from a commerce background. After coming to LAQSH I learnt many things other than the subjects; I got rid of stage fear, I am more confident, my communication skills have improved all of which is very important in this competitive world. Laqsh has excellent facilities & very good faculty who help us in all aspects. With the help of all the faculties and our effort we are happily placed in WIPRO as software engineers. Last but not the least I would like to thank Laqsh for making my career.
July 27, 2018
Priya
In Laqsh,I learnt so many things.Before coming to Laqsh. I dont have proper communication.I was worried about my communication and also my Analytical skills.But In Laqsh the faculties helped me a lot to develope communication,Analytical as well as Technical Skills.They conducte code-A-Thon for us in Java.And that was too useful to develope knowledge about Java.
July 27, 2018
Sadiya Ambareen
Laqsh have a beautiful, friendly atmosphere to study in. Laqsh have given me an opportunity to realize my strength. I would specially give thanks to the professors who have recognize my strengths n weakness. They have truly helped me improvise my technical, analytical skills.. The testing coarse that i attended was of great use to me.
July 27, 2018