Centum Foundation CSR

𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀
Celebrating the 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 of a cohort of 120 trained candidates at Khawa Rani Ji, Jamwa Ramgarh, Jaipur, Rajasthan, under the 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗿 – 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 through 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁, supported by Mahindra Farm Equipment.

Equipped with hands-on tractor training, these beneficiaries are now better prepared to access sustainable livelihood opportunities in the agriculture sector.

The event was graced by Avilash Dwivedi, D.C. Trivedi, Yogendra Singh, Paduranga Chavan, representing Mahindra & Mahindra, along with Dr. Sonali Shrivastava, representing Centum Foundation and Sarpanch Shanti Devi, who encouraged continued efforts towards rural empowerment.

A proud moment as this batch steps forward from learning to livelihood, ready for new opportunities ahead.

𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴
A recent cohort marked its successful completion with a 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 for the 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 under the Sonata IT Skilling Program, in collaboration with Sonata Software, at Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Bengaluru.

Over 60 learners have successfully completed the program, building capabilities in data analysis, interpretation, and problem-solving—skills that are increasingly critical in today’s digital economy.

Aligned with evolving industry requirements, the initiative continues to strengthen workforce readiness and expand access to sustainable career opportunities for aspiring youth.

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴
Celebrating the successful completion of a recent cohort with a 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 for the 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗗𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝟯𝟲𝟱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 under the 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗜𝗧 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺, in collaboration with Sonata Software, at Akshaya Institute of Technology, Tumkur.

70+ learners have completed their training journey, equipped with in-demand digital skills and the confidence to step into the workforce. The initiative continues to open meaningful career pathways for aspiring youth.

As these learners transition from training to opportunity, the focus remains on enhancing employability and creating sustainable impact through technology-led skilling.

A certification ceremony marked the successful completion of a recent batch in Dibrugarh, Assam under the 𝗬𝗘𝗦 – 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 Project, supported by YES FOUNDATION.
320 candidates were trained across 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 (𝗚𝗗𝗔) and 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 (𝗠𝗣𝗔) roles, with 80% successfully placed—reflecting strong industry alignment and employability outcomes.

The event was graced by Rituparna Baruah and Sujan Das, from YES BANK Dibrugarh, along with Rekhit Lawaniya and Pallabi Saikia from Centum, with strong participation from employers, stakeholders and parents.

During the ceremony, over 37% of the cohort received job offer letters, marking their transition into the workforce.

Candidates also showcased their practical skills through live demonstrations — including medical equipment handling, a community health check-up camp, theatrical performances, and a mocktail-making presentation.

𝟰𝟱𝟬+ 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
A 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 in Lucknow marked the successful completion of another cohort under the 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗪𝗘𝗘) initiative, part of Kaabil – Empowering Women Through Jobs, in collaboration with Mahindra Group.
The event brought together 450+ candidates from Lucknow, Mirzapur, and the Employability Enhancement Training (EET) program— celebrating their transition from skilling to workforce readiness.

The ceremony was graced by Tausif Siddiqui from Mahindra & Mahindra, along with Robin Sinha, Rekhit Lawaniya, Neeraj Pandey, Pallabi Saikia, Prakhar Prabhat, Sandhali Pathak, and Raghavendra Singh representing Centum Foundation, reaffirming a shared commitment to expanding livelihood opportunities for women.

Candidates trained in roles such as 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁, 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗸, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 showcased their skills through live demonstrations,. A job fair held alongside the event enabled participants to connect with employers and explore employment opportunities. As a part of the program the candidates have registered themselves in the Kaabil Application platform for seeking better job opportunities.

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀.
A recent convocation under 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗿 – 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵, supported by Mahindra Powerol, marked another milestone in preparing youth for opportunities in the automotive and power equipment sector.

Across Barabanki and Ghaziabad, a total of 530 youth have enrolled in the program. Out of these, 230 have been trained in genset engine repair and 300 in assembly line operations, equipping them with practical, industry-relevant skills. Of the total, 376 candidates have been successfully placed.

The event was graced virtually by Saswati Samal, Head CSR Mahindra Powerol, reinforcing the shared commitment to strengthening employability and sustainable livelihoods.

𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.
The 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 for 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗿 – 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗩 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿, supported by Mahindra Last Mile Mobility, marked another milestone in preparing youth for careers in the rapidly growing electric mobility ecosystem.

Across Hyderabad and Lucknow, a total of 520 youth have enrolled in the program, all of whom have been successfully trained in EV servicing and customer engagement roles—creating a strong talent pool for the evolving EV industry. Out of these, 376 candidates have been placed successfully.

The event was graced by Manoj Sahai, Vivek Shrivastav, and S. Madhu kumar, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening employability and enabling sustainable livelihoods.

Strengthening pathways to employment while contributing to India’s transition toward cleaner mobility.