COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT THROUGH POLYTECHNIC SCHEME (CDTP)

 In thMinistry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) has initiated a new scheme of Community Development through Polytechnics (CDTP). The new proposal is designed to provide non-formal, short term, employment oriented skill development programs, to various sections of the community mainly the rural, unorganized & underprivileged sections, by harnessing the infrastructure available with the existing Polytechnics. The CDTP Scheme would be put into practice through 1000 All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) approved polytechnics, across the nation. The HRD Ministry has invited applications from all eligible Polytechnics, interested in implementing the Scheme and contributing to a primary area of the nation's progress, to submit their proposals in the prescribed format, by September 10, 2009. The courses would be offered free of cost to the candidates, and there is no restriction of age and qualification. Under the CDTP Scheme, the chosen Polytechnics will be offered monetary support by the MHRD, to run short duration non-formal skill development courses. Depending on the local demand and needs, various employment oriented courses are envisaged to be offered under the scheme. These courses will be offered by the Polytechnics in its premises, as well as in its extension centers’ to be set up in nearby locations, from where these courses can be offered to the local community.

1. To carry out Need Assessment Survey to assess the technology and training needs
2. To Impart skill Development Training to the intended target groups.
3. To disseminate Appropriate Technologies for productivity enhancement.
4. To provide Technical and Support Services to rural masses and slums dwellers.
5. To create Awareness among the target groups about technological advancement and contemporary issues of importance.

Major Activities identified under the Scheme of Community Development through Polytechnics:

1. Need Assessment Surveys
2. Skill Development Training Programme
3. Disseminate and Application of Appropriate Technologies
4. Technical and Support Services
5. Awareness Programme

Accordingly All the nine Govt. Polytechnics in the State have been covered under this scheme, out of which 6 Polytechnics namely Sundernagar, Hamirpur, Kandaghat, Rohroo, Ambota and Kangra have received 1^st installment of Central grant of Rs. 10.25 lakh per Polytechnic. Matter is being taken up with GOI for release of funds for remaining Polytechnics.