Part of Lockheed Martin’s commitment at developing the talent of tomorrow, the initiative also aligns with the Government of India’s ‘Skill India’ initiative
Women in Aviation International (WAI), India Chapter and Lockheed Martin India celebrated Girls in Aviation Day at Vidya School, Gurugram. With the vision to encourage young girls to take up Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects and explore career opportunities in related industries, the initiative is aimed at showcasing prospects in the aviation and aerospace sectors. Part of Lockheed Martin’s commitment at developing the talent of tomorrow, the initiative also aligns with the Government of India’s ‘Skill India’ initiative.
As part of the programme, WAI India chapter celebrated the event to reiterate their slogan – ‘Beti ki udaan, desh ka swabhimaan’ and develop young skills in these growing sectors to promote the vision of the Ministry of Civil Aviation ‘Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik’ (UDAN).
Bird Academy which is dedicated to help young entrants not only specialize in the chosen field, but also provide scholarships, has joined hands with WAI India chapter.
Congratulating on the occasion of Girls in Aviation Day, Gen V.K. Singh, Minister of Civil Aviation (State) said, “Gender gap has thinned a lot in aviation recruitment. There is still a significant gap to be addressed. Girls are increasingly rubbing shoulders with their male counterparts in every avenue of aviation from being at the cockpit to serving the guests.”
Aerospace, hospitality and tourism together will be a big industry to boost the economy of India, being the biggest foreign exchange earners and employment generators. Availing this opportunity, Roseate Hotels & Resorts comes on board to mentor the students for various jobs in hospitality
This year the event was celebrated at Vidya School – empowering and transforming lives through education which is a sponsored program of several corporates. More than 250 girl students and alumni who were part of the program would have the opportunity to choose this career for which they will be trained. Bird Group also recommends having a bi-monthly curriculum on aviation at Vidya School.
Aerospace, hospitality and tourism together will be a big industry to boost the economy of India, being the biggest foreign exchange earners and employment generators. Availing this opportunity, Roseate Hotels & Resorts comes on board to mentor the students for various jobs in hospitality.
Amber Dubey, the chief guest at the event is the Joint Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation and spoke on the many career opportunities present in aviation for young girls. He is the brain child behind promoting drones and related government regulations.
Role models and professionals from across aerospace, hospitality and tourism including Radha Bhatia, President, WAI (India Chapter) and William L. Blair, Vice President and Chief Executive, Lockheed Martin India along with Michael Fernandez, Director, Aeronautics, Lockheed Martin India amongst others addressed the girls at the event. Attending students were given the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, explore, learn and participate in fun and interactive quiz competition. The event was concluded with an exciting drone flying session.
“As a leading global aerospace and defence company, Lockheed Martin firmly believes that STEM education is crucial in fostering the next generation of engineers, explorers and scientists in India.”
— William L. Blair, Vice President and Chief Executive, Lockheed Martin India
Speaking on the occasion, Mrs. Radha Bhatia, President, WAI India chapter shared, “This is the sixth year that the WAI India Chapter is celebrating ‘Girls in Aviation Day’ and we are delighted to host the same at Vidya School, Gurugram. This day is celebrated at 81 places worldwide to encourage young girls to choose aviation as a viable career opportunity. World over India has the maximum number of female pilots but there are many other avenues that are still unknown. With this celebration our aim is to see girls from the state of Haryana explore exciting careers available to them as engineers, air traffic controllers and dozens of other jobs within the aviation.”
Speaking about Lockheed Martin’s commitment to this initiative, William L. Blair, Vice President and Chief Executive, Lockheed Martin India said, “As a leading global aerospace and defence company, Lockheed Martin firmly believes that STEM education is crucial in fostering the next generation of engineers, explorers and scientists in India. We are proud to play our part in enabling the same through our association with organizations like Women in Aviation International (India Chapter). We are conscious about encouraging young women to broaden their horizons and pursue an education in STEM. In line with government initiatives such as ‘Skill India’, ‘Girls in Aviation Day’ seeks to narrow the skills gap, foster a learning environment and inspire young women to take up careers in aerospace and aviation.”
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