German Delegation Visits State to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

Hyderabad, June 3: Labour, Employment, Mines and Geology Minister Dr. G. Vivek Venkatswamy said that stronger coordination and collaboration between Telangana and Germany would create significant opportunities for both regions, particularly in the areas of skill development, employment generation and industrial cooperation.
Addressing a high-level delegation from the German state of Thuringia at the Telangana Secretariat, the Minister stressed the need for institutional cooperation and proposed the formation of a dedicated coordination group between Telangana and Germany to identify and explore new avenues of partnership in skill development, workforce mobility, industry and economic cooperation.
The delegation comprised Thuringia Minister-President Mario Voigt, Labour Minister Mrs. Schenk, State Secretary Suckert, State Secretary Dr. Teichert, public representatives, industry leaders, journalists and other officials from Germany. Earlier in the day, the delegation met Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy as part of its visit to Telangana. The visit was coordinated by the Telangana Overseas Manpower Company (TOMCOM).
During the interaction, the Minister and the German delegation held detailed discussions on matters of mutual interest, including overseas employment opportunities, skilled workforce development, workforce mobility and industrial collaboration. Dr. Vivek Venkatswamy highlighted the state government’s initiatives through TOMCOM to create overseas employment opportunities for Telangana youth across various sectors in Germany.
The Minister said the State Government has undertaken major reforms in skill development by upgrading Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) into Advanced Technology Centres (ATCs) and introducing industry-oriented courses aligned with global standards and emerging job market requirements. He noted that the ATCs are producing a highly skilled workforce capable of meeting the demands of both domestic and international industries.
He further stated that TOMCOM has been providing language training, including German language courses, to enhance the employability of Telangana youth and prepare them for global career opportunities.
The German delegation appreciated the efforts of the Telangana Government, particularly the Labour Department and TOMCOM, in equipping young professionals with industry-relevant skills and facilitating international employment opportunities.
A group of nurses trained under TOMCOM also interacted with the Minister and the visiting delegation. The nurses shared their experiences regarding language training and overseas placement programmes. Having successfully completed advanced-level German language certification, they are set to travel to Germany for employment opportunities facilitated by TOMCOM.
On the occasion, LETF Secretary Dasari Harichandana explained the technical and operational aspects of the training programmes being implemented through TOMCOM and highlighted the State’s efforts to build a globally competitive workforce.
The interaction reflected the growing partnership between Telangana and Germany in the fields of skilled workforce development, international mobility and employment generation.
Director of Employment and Training Kanthi Wesley, TOMCOM officials Nagabharti, Anil Kumar and other senior officials were present on the occasion.