Sri Sri Ravi Shankar inaugurates GMRVF Skill Development Centre

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Global spiritual leader and founder of the Art of Living Foundation Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on Sunday inaugurated the GMR Varalakshmi Foundation (GMRVF) Skill Development Centre in Gudepuvalasa revenue under Bhogapuram mandal in the district. GMR Varalakshmi Foundation (GMRVF) is strengthening its community development initiatives around the airport through its dedicated Skill Development Centre, which has the capacity to train up to 1,000 youth annually under the , the CSR initiative. This skill development center is designed to empower young people from remote and underserved communities, the Centre provides industry-relevant, job-oriented training and connects trainees with employment opportunities in India and overseas. The Centre combines classroom-based learning with hands-on practical training, enabling trainees to build capabilities aligned with industry requirements and prepare for sustainable livelihood opportunities. GMR Group Chairman G.M. Rao, GMRVF CEO Ashwini Saxena and others participated in the inauguration ceremony.

During his visit to Bhogapuram, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar also visited Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, where GMR Group Chairman G.M. Rao led him through the airport and briefed him on its development, infrastructure and vision as the new aviation gateway for North Coastal Andhra Pradesh.

Later, he interacted with the young trainees and staff, learning about their aspirations, and the Centre’s training programmes and blessed them to make the most of the opportunities opening up before them. He also blessed the Centre’s mission of empowering local youth through skills, employment and sustainable livelihoods.

Speaking on this occasion, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar said, “Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport brings together the rich cultural heritage of Andhra Pradesh with a vision for a brighter future. True development is about creating opportunities and improving lives. This airport has the potential to become a powerful catalyst for the growth of North Andhra, creating greater opportunities in tourism, trade, investment, employment and entrepreneurship. It is heartening to see a world-class infrastructure project that is rooted in the identity and spirit of the region.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: “G. M. Rao and his team is creating not merely an airport, but a landmark that reflects excellence, service and the spirit of Andhra Pradesh. May this airport become a gateway of growth and prosperity, opening new possibilities for the people of North Andhra and strengthening India’s journey towards a developed nation”, he further added.

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