The objective of this consultation workshop was to engage with leading department and industry representatives to gather sector-specific insights on current employment trends, workforce composition, emerging job roles, and future skill requirements. Stay tuned for upcoming updates regarding the Skill Gap Study Uttarakhand!

Introducing  Nokia  Smartpur Project in Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra. Extensive survey visit across the following blocks - Ahilya Nagar, Parner, Rahuri Block, Karjat and Jamkhed Block.  HQ team met with various stakeholders - Panchayat Committee Members, local community members as part of the survey.  Through Nokia Smartpur we aim to connect the unconnected and reach the last mile.  Extensive Focus Group Discussions were held with the community members.

Industry Exposure Visit for the trainees to Genpact Lucknow Office.  The trainees first hand got to see how a corporate office looks like, interacted with Genpact Employees/Volunteers who guided and walked them through the industry experience. The visit helped the trainees to visualize how the market/office setup looks like for the first time, for which they are getting trained at the Center. Industry aligned training and assessment along with these exposure visits is enhacin

Tata STRIVE  Aligned Curriculum and Assessment for the trainees at Boniyar.  Community members from the following areas come and attend the training - Tehsil – Boniyar, Navaw, Villages – Noorkha,Chandanwadi, Heeler Peemmiya, Challa, Nowshera, Bela Boniyar, Dumping Boniyar, Batengi, Gantamulla, Trikanjan, Bernate, Batengi, Warikha etc. (Interiors of J&K).  The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)  supported initiative at this remote and far flung area is giving an opportunity

Roshan Mustaqbil Kupwara  Job Fair 2026 was successfully organized with support of  Indian Army  and  The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)  , at Hajipur Army Goodwill School (HAGS), Kupwara, on 10 February 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The effort was implemented by  REACHA  on the ground. The job fair witnessed strong participation from the region, with 216 youth attending the event. A total of 16 recruiters participated, including 13 employers present in person and 3 r

HQ Delhi Team in action at Jammu during the M&E Visit.  Interactions with the Community Members, hearing them to continue to understand their needs and challenges they face on ground, so intervention can be continued to be streamlined in best possible way to keep assiting and supporting them.  Glimpses of Team being at following Panchayats in Samba District - Kard, and Dhora Panchayats.

Today the team got together to present our efforts under the Disaster Risk Reduction Pillar under  Nokia  Smartpur Project at IIPA.  Team is working at the Panchyat Level across India through the Smartpur Initiative. We are closely collaborating with Local Administration, SDRFs, Marine Police, Fire department, Local Police to strentghen and develop proactive approach towards disaster risk reduction and preparedness.  More to Come..

The program was attended by DC Samba Ms. Ayushi Sudan, along with officers and staff from various government departments, PRI members and villagers. The Smartpur team set up a stall to showcase their work in Paparavtara. They highlighted the project's initiatives and achievements in the community. Ms. Ayushi Sudan commended the Smartpur project team for their efforts. She encouraged the team to continue their work towards the community's growth.

As part of REACHA’s Collaboration with the University of Kashmir, students from the Department of Social Work are currently undertaking their internships with REACHA under the  Nokia  -supported Smartpur Project. These young professionals are actively engaged in ground-level interventions, working closely with the Smartpur team across communities. Alongside field exposure, interns are also being supported through daily data management classes, enabling them to strengthen skil

As part of the Nokia Smartpur Computer Instructor Master Training, we have completed Conditional Formatting, Pivot Tables, and Home Tab command groups. This initiative focuses on enhancing teaching capabilities to deliver greater skill development for people located around Panchayats in local, remote and tough terrains.  Connecting the Unconnected.

Resilience in the Himalayan geography isn’t just a strategy—it’s a necessity.  At NOKIA Smartpur, we believe a "Smart Village" must first be a Safe Village. Our collaboration with the Anantnag District Administration (DDMA), Dept. of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj - Block Khoveripora, SDRF Anantnag and local stakeholders to build a Disaster-resilient Community. District Coordinator  SUHAIB AHMAD  echoed  REACHA  founder J.C. Pant's vision, empowering stakeholders as "True

KPMG India  and REACHA HQ team visited the  Nokia  Smartpur Centers in Andhra Pradesh, and interacted with the community members.  The team visted - East gogulapalli, Alicherlabangarupalem, Mallam Health) Center (organized health camp), Veterinary Department, Armanupadu, Awareness camp, Ozili Camp.  Through Smartpur intervention, team is working in the interior parts of Andhra Pradesh and touching the last mile.  Some glimpses from the visit.

From the quiet hills of Dakhi, Ketson, Dhanghnar, and Chechinar, a beautiful transformation has begun.We recently completed a 31-day Livelihood Training Programme in Sozni Embroidery, led by  REACHA  in collaboration with RSETI Bandipora, empowering 37 tribal women with a skill that carries both tradition and livelihood. For many of these women, this was not just training. It was their first ever opportunity to learn something that could bring income into their homes. They di

We are happy to share that four of our trainees from  IIFL (India Infoline Group)  Foundation supoported Front Office and Homestay Host Training have got selected and started their professional journeys at Trident, Bandra Kurla, Mumbai as Guest Service Associate (Housekeeping Operations). REACHA HQ team yesterday met with the trainees and Trident HR Departmnet at the Hotel (Glimpses Below). These trainees went through the program supported by IIFL Foundation, with close guida

Technical classses underway for the ITI Youth of Sikrona and Old Faridabad at the Imperial Auto Training Center, implemented by REACHA.  The youth are from trades - Electrical and Fitter.  The students come to the center to study market aligned curriculum, learn employability skills and then simultaneously visit the Imperial factories for their practical skills.  Program is making the ITI youth market ready.  Under the program through Imeperial Auto's support safety shoes are

Under the topic - Participatory Democracy and Local Governance, our CEO - Mr.  Nikhil Pant  presented the case study of  Nokia  Smartpur at IIT Kharagpur.  The session showcased key collaboration of Smartpur, how Smartpur centers at Panchayat Level are enabling the last mile connect.  Glimses from the Ground from Jammu and Kashmir centers - how smartpur is enabling panchayats at Border Locations.  The session was moderated by  NITI Aayog Official .

Successfully conducted a Coding Competition at PCMC Girls School, Jadhvwadi, Pune, with participation from 5 schools. This event was part of the CSR initiative of  Cadence  implemented by  REACHA , to promote STEM education, digital skills, and innovation among school students. We sincerely thank the esteemed guests, school principals, and teachers for their guidance, support, and appreciation. Together, we are building pathways for future-ready learning through technology. �

Below is a hand carved watermelon with fine details displaying the Republic Day Message from Kashmir.  Credits - Chef Javaid  Kupwara Team -  Nazima Jan   Zubair Dar   Azad Naqashbandi   Khan Kulsum  Afeer Hilal Yashir Faizan Rubeena Khubaib

Following are glimpses from some of Kashmir centers -  1) Ketsan, Bandipora  2) Vodhpora  3) Sitaharan A, Budgam  4) Handew Shopian  Kashmir Smartpur team is always in action, with whatever the ground situation may be, committed to reaching the last mile and hearing from them, and accordingly strengthen them through Nokia Smartpur Centers.  Community Members can be seen coming to the centers to avail services.

The team is bringing the Smartpur intervention to Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh.  Glimpses of the team on ground and in action at the Panchayats.