The Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust has launched a 38-day free 'Tally with GST' training program in Puttaparthi to empower women from economically weaker sections. This initiative aims to foster self-reliance through essential digital accounting skills.

  • Launch of a 38-day free 'Tally with GST' training program.
  • Targeting 35 women from economically weaker sections for immediate impact.
  • Announcement of a permanent Skill Development Centre in Puttaparthi.
  • Collaborative effort between Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations and Canara Bank RSETI.

PUTTAPARTHI, Sri Sathya Sai District: In a significant move towards women's empowerment and financial literacy, the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust launched a 38-day free training programme in 'Tally with GST' on Sunday. The initiative is designed to equip women with the technical expertise required to navigate the modern digital economy and taxation landscape.

The programme was officially inaugurated by R.J. Ratnakar, Managing Trustee of the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust. The training is being conducted by the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations with strategic support from Canara Bank RSETI. Currently, 35 women hailing from economically weaker sections are enrolled in this inaugural batch, marking a crucial step toward bridging the skill gap in the region.

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Fostering Self-Reliance

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Ratnakar emphasized the transformative power of vocational training. He noted that practical skills combined with consistent encouragement are vital for helping young people become confident and self-reliant. To ensure the sustainability of such efforts, he announced that a permanent skill development centre will soon be established in Puttaparthi to provide ongoing training and facilitate direct employment opportunities.

Practical skill acquisition is the cornerstone of transforming vulnerable populations into economically independent contributors.

Regional Impact and Scale

Providing context to the scale of these efforts, R. Lakshmana Rao, the State President of the organisation, highlighted the massive reach of their skill initiatives. He stated that over the last four years, approximately 20,000 youth across Andhra Pradesh have been trained in various employment-oriented courses. Currently, the state boasts 23 functioning permanent skill development centres dedicated to such causes.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that as India's economy formalizes through GST, the demand for skilled accounting professionals at the grassroots level is skyrocketing. By targeting women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, this program addresses both gender inequality and the technical skills shortage in the MSME sector.

Did You Know?: Tally is the most widely used accounting software in India, serving as the backbone for millions of small and medium businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is conducting this training programme?
The programme is conducted by Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations in collaboration with Canara Bank RSETI.

2. What is the long-term goal of this initiative?
The goal is to create a permanent skill development ecosystem in Puttaparthi to provide continuous employment training.