Saturday, October 11, 2025
NSN
NTTF_mini_web_banner
SGSU-banner-1
Didac India & Skills Combined NSN Banner-01
  • Home
  • Conversations
    • Industry Conversations
    • All Conversations
  • Perspectives
    • Education
    • Emerging Technologies
    • Government Initiatives
    • Industry
    • Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
    • NEP 2020
    • Skill Training
  • News
    • Latest Updates
    • News Archives
    • CSR and ESG in Skill Education
    • Skill Development e-Magazine
    • NSN PDF Newsletter Archives
  • Videos
    • Explainers
    • Panel Discussions
    • Student Stories
    • Video Conversations
  • Resources
    • Apprenticeship
    • e-Books
    • Resources
    • Success Stories
  • Events
    • Workshops
  • About us
    • Our Team
    • Our Clients
    • Our Services
    • Privacy Policy
No Result
View All Result
NSN
  • Home
  • Industry Conversations
  • Perspectives
    • Education
    • Emerging Technologies
    • Government Initiatives
    • Industry
    • Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
    • NEP 2020
    • Skill Training
  • News
    • Latest Updates
    • News Archives
    • Skill Development e-Magazine
    • NSN PDF Newsletter Archives
  • Resources
    • Apprenticeship
    • E-books
    • Resources
    • Success Stories
  • Events
    • Workshops
  • About us
    • Our Team
    • Our Clients
    • Our Services
    • Privacy Policy
NSN
No Result
View All Result
Home Perspectives Skill Training

Truck drivers in focus – Paving way for a safer future through skill development

Guest Author by Guest Author
June 25, 2019
Reading Time: 2 mins read
A A
0

Truck drivers form the backbone of an economy. No country can possibly function if they don’t transport the goods. The inter-connectivity provided by trucking operations guarantees linkage to the remotest parts of the country, which may not be possible through railways, marine or flight. For these modes too, trucking ensures completion of the first and the last miles of operations.

It can therefore be claimed that the traffic safety on highways directly rests in their hands or rather on how efficiently they drive, otherwise, even the minutest mistake can have disastrous consequences. Therefore, the drivers’ wellbeing is the most crucial of all.

Related articles: Click the link to read all articles from IL&FS Skills : https://nationalskillsnetwork.in/ilfs-skils/

Castrol  CSR initiative ‘Sarathi Mitra’ programme

The appalling fact, however, is that most of them never had any formal training. With this emphasis in mind Castrol as part of their CSR initiative launched, ‘Sarathi Mitra’ programme in 2017, with an aim to impact truck drivers through road safety training, financial literacy and vision check-up, contributing, thereby, towards the National Agenda of Road Safety, Vision 2020, Digital Literacy and Financial Literacy. The programme was closely monitored by regional traffic police and transport authorities and was implemented by Social Empowerment and Economic Development Society (SEEDS) and IL&FS Skills Development Corporation Ltd. (ISDC). It was executed in the following states:

  1. Rajasthan
  2. Tamil Nadu
  3. Maharashtra
  4. West Bengal

In a span of two-years, the programme has made rapid strides with more than 30,000 truck drivers. As a testimony to the impact, Castrol Sarathi Mitra was awarded the prestigious Rajasthan State Government CSR Award on 6th June 2019.

Truck Drivers in Focus – Paving way for a Safer Future

Krishan, a truck driver from Bihar and a participant of the programme, said in one of his interviews, “I have been working as a driver for the past 30 years. I attended the classes on road safety & financial literacy and have learnt more from this programme than what I have in my 30 years of experience. It is insightful for all the heavy license holders, which is why I will recommend this programme to my friends and colleagues as all topics in relation to our problems were covered. Besides training, I have also undergone an eye check-up and was even provided with eye-glasses.”

A point of refection comes with every story. If we look back at these two years, a lot may have changed for these 30,000 drivers, but this training has undeniably paved a path for a safer future.

For more information about CSR Programmes from IL&FS Skills, visit – https://www.ilfsskills.com/

Author: Mohini Singhal

For more information please write to Mohini at mohini.singhal@ilfsindia.com

RelatedPosts

Transferable Skills: Why they are essential for employability and career growth

From Classroom to Workshop: The Disconnect Between ITI Training and Industry Needs in Jammu and Kashmir

NTTF at WorldSkills: Preparing India’s Youth for WorldSkills 2026

Tags: Castrol  CSR initiative ‘Sarathi Mitra’ programmeCSR in skill developmentIL&FS Skillsroad safety skills for driversSocial Empowerment and Economic Development Society (SEEDS)truck drivers IL&FS skill trainingtruck drivers skill development
WhatsApp Join our WhatsApp channel for more updates:
WhatsApp Join Now!
YouTube Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more updates:
YouTube Subscribe Now!
Previous Post

Quest 2 Learn Annual Summit 2019: The Future of Work and Learning

Next Post

Vocational Education + Entrepreneurship = Sustainable Growth

Guest Author

Guest Author

Next Post
Vocational Education + Entrepreneurship = Sustainable Growth

Vocational Education + Entrepreneurship = Sustainable Growth

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

No Result
View All Result
samplead3 samplead1

Subscribe to our e-Magazine

Trending Topics

skilling in India (131) National Skill Development Corporation - NSDC (127) skill development news India (124) skill development (114) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship MSDE (101) vocational education (93) Apprenticeships (86) skill development news (79) skill development programs (70) Nettur Technical Training Foundation (NTTF) (68)

Follow us

  • The shift from Generative AI to Agentic AI is here!  While Generative AI creates based on prompts, Agentic AI goes a step further - it plans, decides, and acts to achieve goals autonomously.  We’re moving from prompt-based assistance to purpose-driven autonomy.  To thrive in this new era, professionals need more than AI literacy. They need skills in workflow design, problem-solving, and human–AI collaboration.  Swipe 👉 to explore:
✨ How Agentic AI is reshaping workflows and learning
✨ How it’s redefining the future of work
✨ The key skills to thrive in the Agentic era  #AI #AgenticAI #GenerativeAI #SkillDevelopment #DigitalSkills #LearningAndInnovation
  • Telangana unveils 65 Advanced Technology Centres (ATCs) with hands-on training, ₹2,000 scholarships, RTC apprenticeships, and pathways to global careers. Watch the video to know more!  #skilldevelopment​ #telangana​ #advancedtechnologycentres​ #futurereadyskills​ #techskills2025​
  • Team NSN wishes you all a Happy and Prosperous Dussehra!  #dussehra #dasara #durgapuja #ashtami
  • Across India, states are stepping up with new skill development policies, global collaborations, certification drives, and future-focused programs.  From integrating vocational education and digital technologies to preparing youth for opportunities in AI, sustainability, and overseas jobs, these initiatives are shaping a future-ready workforce.  Such efforts reflect how state governments are aligning with national priorities and global trends to make skilling more inclusive, industry-driven, and impactful.  Stay updated with this week’s roundup of state initiatives in skill development!  Click here to read more: https://nationalskillsnetwork.in/weekly-newsbytes-from-nsn-on-skill-development-and-education-30th-september-2025/  Want your state’s skill development story featured? Reach out to us at NSN!
  • Parents dream of doctors, engineers, and CEOs. But what about skills that make students employable and future-ready?  👉 Skill-based and vocational subjects shouldn’t just be for government schools – they must be part of every school, even the elite ones.
👉 It builds inclusivity, equity, and real-world readiness.
👉 It gives all students innovative career exposure beyond textbooks.  But here’s the real question: Are parents ready to embrace this change? 💡  #gobeyond #skills #education #appliedlearning #parents #employability #futureofwork
  • Vocational careers aren’t a backup plan, they’re a smart plan. 🚀  Skill-based paths build innovators, creators, and leaders for the ambitious, not the academically weak!  #vocationalcourses #vocationalcareers #SkillDevelopment #skilltraining
  • CSIR-CMERI Apprentice Induction 2025–26: Opportunities for Engineering and Commerce Graduates  CSIR-CMERI has announced 37 apprentice positions for 2025–26 under the Board of Practical Training (Eastern Region) through NATS.  The program offers hands-on training across Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, IT, Chemical, and Commerce disciplines, with stipends up to ₹9,000 per month.  This is a valuable opportunity for fresh graduates to gain practical experience in advanced R&D environments.  For detailed application, visit the link in the bio!  #SkillDevelopment #apprenticeship #training #technicaltraining
  • Do women really have fewer career opportunities in manufacturing and emerging technologies? 👩‍🔧  Here
  • Apprenticeship reforms 2025: Stipend hike and more!  New amendments bring higher stipends, degree-linked apprenticeships, virtual options, and inclusive opportunities, making apprenticeships more attractive and future-ready.  #apprenticeship #stipend #skilldevelopment

About us

National Skills Network (NSN) captures and shares the positive impact of various training, skill development and vocational education initiatives in India.

To know more about Our Team: Click here

Address

NSN Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
CIN: U74999TG2020PTC147299
MSME: UDYAM-TS-09-0086473
Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500032

Email us: contact@nationalskillsnetwork.com

Important Links

  • Conversations
  • Perspectives
  • News
  • Skill Development e-Magazine
  • Resources
  • Our Team
  • Our Clients
  • Partner with us
  • About us
  • Advertise with us
  • Content Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy

© National Skills Network Content licensed under CC BY-ND 4.0. Commercial use requires permission.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Conversations
    • Industry Conversations
    • All Conversations
  • Perspectives
    • Education
    • Emerging Technologies
    • Government Initiatives
    • Industry
    • Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
    • NEP 2020
    • Skill Training
  • News
    • Latest Updates
    • News Archives
    • CSR and ESG in Skill Education
    • Skill Development e-Magazine
    • NSN PDF Newsletter Archives
  • Videos
    • Explainers
    • Panel Discussions
    • Student Stories
    • Video Conversations
  • Resources
    • Apprenticeship
    • e-Books
    • Resources
    • Success Stories
  • Events
    • Workshops
  • About us
    • Our Team
    • Our Clients
    • Our Services
    • Privacy Policy

© National Skills Network Content licensed under CC BY-ND 4.0. Commercial use requires permission.