Sanquelim, Goa: Sesa Technical School (STS), a flagship CSR initiative of Vedanta Sesa Goa, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated 100% placement for its 2023–25 graduating batch. A total of 95 students successfully completed their training, making it the institution’s 30th graduating batch since its inception in 1994.
The convocation ceremony, held at the STS campus in Sanquelim, was graced by Mr. P.D. Ambatkar, Assistant Director of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India. He felicitated the students and highlighted the importance of technical education in building a self-reliant India.
“Technical education and vocational training are central to strengthening the MSME ecosystem. Institutions like STS play a crucial role in equipping youth with industry-relevant skills and fostering employability and entrepreneurship,” Ambatkar said, emphasizing KVIC’s continued support through training and financial assistance initiatives.
Also present at the event were Ms. Leena Verenkar, Head CSR & SCDF, Vedanta Sesa Goa, and Mr. Gajendra Alarnicar, Principal of STS, along with faculty members and staff.
Congratulating the students, CEO Navin Jaju expressed pride in their achievements and reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to nation-building through skilling. He also lauded the increasing participation of women in technical education, highlighting their growing role in industrial sectors.
The graduating batch represented diverse trades, including Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Instrument Mechanic, and Computer Operator Programming Assistant (COPA). Academic toppers included Darshan Gurav (Machinist – 94.08%), Shidalli Suleman Inamdar (Instrument Mechanic – 92.75%), Vinayak Subhash Sawant (92.33%), Aniket Gopal Manik (Fitter – 92%), and Sanjana Fondekar (COPA – 91.83%).
Students secured placements across reputed organisations such as Hindustan Unilever, Nestlé, Zydus Cadila, Guala Closures Group, Unichem Laboratories, Colgate-Palmolive, Sanofi, and CommScope, among others—reflecting the institute’s strong industry linkage.
Additionally, students from the Electrician and Instrument Mechanic trades completed a 15-day specialised training programme in mobile repairing and electrical works under the Gramodyog Vikas Yojana, conducted by KVIC. The initiative aims to enable skilled individuals to establish small-scale enterprises and contribute to grassroots economic development.
Established in 1994 on a reclaimed mining site in Sanquelim, STS has trained nearly 2,000 youth, primarily from Goa’s rural and mining regions. Affiliated with the ITI curriculum, the institution continues to focus on holistic development through hands-on training, industry exposure, and interview preparation support.
With a consistent track record of strong placements and industry-ready graduates, Sesa Technical School remains a cornerstone in Goa’s skill development ecosystem, bridging the gap between education and employment.
