Batch of 27 completes 5-day training on Designer Candle Making

NAMCHI, 20 Jan: The valedictory function of the 5-day long skill development programme on Designer Candle Making was held on 17 January at Flavours Restaurant, Bhanjyang Road, Namchi, in South Sikkim. The training had begun on 13 January and was taken by 27 enthusiasts from Denchong, Samseybong and Pabong wards of South district.
With Puberun Sarmah from Guwahati as mentor for the training and Smita Rai of Namchi Designer Candles as assistant trainer, the training was organised by NEDFi’s Namchi branch. The valedictory function was jointly presided over Denchong Panchayat President Gyalpo Lepcha, and Rajen Rai, Panchayat Preseident, Pabong Ward, along with other invited guests.
Abhisek Lama, Branch Manager, NEDFi Namchi Branch, delivered the welcome address and explained the objectives of the programme.
Later, wax and moulds were presented to the successful trainees by NEDFi. The trainees will also be provided with marketing support once they start producing quality products, it was informed. The NEDFi Branch Manager further informs that the next batch of similar 5-day training will begin 20 January at Maniram for 25 participants.