Adani Foundation at ACC Bargarh prepares rural youth for defence and law enforcement careers with special training programme

· ACC and the Adani Foundation’s Pre-Police Training Programme in Bargarh prepares rural youth in Odisha for careers in defence and law enforcement.

· Chandan Pradhan, a participant from Sonepur district, secures a position in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, exemplifying the programme’s impact.

· The program exemplifies ACC and Adani Foundation’s role in creating skilled professionals and uplifting rural talent.

Bengaluru, 10 February 2025: ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, along with Adani Foundation, is transforming lives of defence and law enforcement aspirants in rural Odisha through its Pre-Police Training Programme at its facility in Bargarh. This initiative has enabled aspiring candidates like Chandan Pradhan from Malisrigudi, Sonepur district, to achieve their dreams of serving the nation.

Supported by ACC and the Adani Foundation, Chandan’s journey from rigorous training to securing a position in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) showcases the program’s profound impact on youth empowerment. The Pre-Police Training Programme covers nearly 1,000 aspirants across its 13 locations.

The programme begins with a screening check to ensure the candidates fulfil the physical parameters for their service of choice, followed by selection and covering full theoretical syllabus for the selection examination. The programme, facilitated by ACC Limited, provided Chandan also facilitates structured physical conditioning, mock interviews, and mentoring sessions, equipping him to excel in competitive defence recruitment processes.

For Chandan, the opportunity proved transformative, instilling discipline, resilience, and the confidence to succeed. His hard work culminated in clearing the ITBP recruitment exam, with his induction on December 14, 2024.

Chandan’s inspiring story reflects the tangible impact of ACC and Adani Foundation’s commitment to nurturing rural talent and fostering community progress. By creating opportunities for personal and professional growth, they continue to empower youth and contribute to nation-building.