Panipat, Haryana | 14th April 2025 — In a major step toward youth empowerment and in alignment with the Government of India’s Skill India Mission, M3M Foundation inaugurated the iMpower Academy for Skills under its flagship program “Kaushal Sambal” at Shri Madhav Jan Sewa Nyas, Samalkha, Haryana.
The new academy, launched by Shri Mahipal Dhanda, Education Minister of Haryana, aims to empower 10,000 youth over the next five years by providing them with industry-relevant vocational training. The initiative focuses on equipping underserved youth with practical skills and employment opportunities across multiple trades.
“This initiative will empower youth with skill-based training, contributing significantly to India’s economy and growth,” said Shri Dhanda Ji, emphasizing its alignment with the government’s vision of a Skilled India.
Key Highlights:
- The academy will offer training in trades including electrician, plumber, bedside care, sewing machine operator, computer operations, assistant beauty therapist, construction assistant, carpenter, and more.
- Courses are designed to meet both traditional and modern industrial demands.
- The initiative is being implemented in collaboration with Shri Madhav Jan Sewa Nyas, Aide et Action, NIED, and Vastukul.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Basant Bansal Ji, Chairman & Founder of M3M Group, stated, “This first-of-its-kind premier institute in the region will attract youth to join skill development programs and become employable, prosperous, and self-reliant.”
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson & Trustee, M3M Foundation, stated, “Skill Development is essential in providing youth with employment opportunities and fosteringentrepreneurship. M3M Foundation is enthusiastic about partnering with Shri Madhav Jan Seva Nyas and Aide et Action, NIED, and Vastukul noting that this initiative will empower thousands of youths in Panipat and provide them with structured training programs to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals across various sectors. The academy’s inauguration aligns well with M3M Foundation’s commitment in supporting the Prime Minister’s vision of a Skilled India”.
The event also saw the presence of esteemed dignitaries including Shri Pawan Jindal (State Sanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh), Shri Pramod Kumar (MLA, Panipat, Haryana), and Shri Prashant Hartalkar (Senior Functionary Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh).
This initiative extends M3M Foundation’s successful skilling model that has already benefited thousands in Tauru, Gurugram, Dharamshala, and Badshahpur—marking another milestone in their mission of social upliftment and youth empowerment. These courses have been carefully curated to reflect both traditional craftsmanship and modern industry demands—enabling learners to become future-ready professionals. This initiative is more than just skill-building—it’s about building confidence, self-reliance, and a better tomorrow. This program not only benefits the youths of Panipat, but also those from nearby locations, ensuring broader social and economic impact.