Paradeep, July 09, 2026: AM/NS Ports, in collaboration with Paradeep Municipality, today inaugurated a Vocational Tailoring Training Centre at Kalyan Mandap in Ward 3 of Paradeep Municipality under its CSR initiative, Project ‘Daksh’, by reaffirming its commitment to enhancing the livelihoods of local women.
The Centre was inaugurated by Shri Basant Biswal, Chairman, Paradeep Municipality, in the presence of Smt. Chhabilata Rout, Vice Chairperson, Smt. Dipika Sahu, Community organiser, Smt. Kabita Sahu, Councillor, Ward no-3, Shri Dhaneswar Sahoo, President, Trinath Matshyajeebi Sangh and senior officials from AM/NS India, including Shri Prasanta Behera, Head – Finance and Shri Ananta Subudhi Ray, DGM, Commercial.
Initially, 33 women from Wards No. 2 and 3 will be trained at the Centre, with plans to extend the initiative across the entire Paradeep Municipality in the future. While the space in Kalyan Mandap has been provided by the Paradeep Municipality, all machinery and ancillary facilities have been organised by AM/NS Port. The Centre is equipped with 8 tailoring machines, including 6 manual and 2 electrical units. A specialized trainer has also been appointed, and free cloth is being provided to enable modern training aligned with current market demand.
On the occasion, Shri Basant Biswal, Chairman, Paradeep Municipality, said, “The inauguration of the Vocational Tailoring Training Centre marks a significant step towards empowering local communities with sustainable livelihood opportunities. I commend AM/NS Ports for their dedicated efforts in fostering skill development and creating avenues for selfreliance.”
On the occasion, Shri U.S.R. Raju, Head–Odisha Operations, AM/NS India, said, “Empowering communities through sustainable initiatives remains the top priority at AM/NS India. This inauguration reinforces our commitment to fostering skill development, selfreliance, and stronger community relationship.”
Through this initiative, AM/NS Ports is empowering rural women by equipping them with livelihood skills, fostering sustainable income opportunities, and promoting selfreliance on a larger scale.
