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EESL, ADB and Azad Foundation Celebrate Project Closure and Certificate Distribution
On August 9, 2024, Azad Foundation, Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) celebrated the training program’s success with a certificate ceremony, honoring 200 women empowered through commercial driving skills.
The Azad Foundation, in partnership with Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), celebrated the successful conclusion of its training program with a certificate distribution ceremony for the trainees at the India International Centre. The program, supported by ADB and EESL, empowered 200 women from resource-poor backgrounds by training them in commercial driving, including the operation of electric and conventional vehicles. This program has been pivotal in transforming their lives, enhancing their self-confidence, mobility, and enabling them to become breadwinners for their families.
The event was graced by Shri Vishal Kapoor, CEO of EESL, and other distinguished guests from ADB and EESL. Shri Kapoor highlighted the program’s impact on empowering women, emphasizing the crucial role of skill development in creating economic opportunities and challenging gender-based barriers. Shrinivas Rao, National Lead of Azad Foundation, shared the vision and impact of the program, showcasing its success in transforming the lives of its participants. The ceremony also featured inspiring testimonials from several drivers trained in the program who shared their personal journeys of overcoming challenges and achieving independence through the program.