DLF Foundation and Laurus Edutech Sign An MOU to Setup Over 18 Centres Jointly in First Phase

Thursday, January 5, 2012

New Delhi, Delhi, January 5, 2012 /India PRwire/ — In a significant development, Laurus Edutech- A leading skill Development Company signed a MoU with the DLF Foundation, the philanthropic arm of DLF Limited. DLF Foundation has launched a programme called DLF Life where LIFE stands for Learning Initiatives for Employment. As part of the LIFE Program and MoU, DLF Foundation and Laurus Edutech will set up joint centres. These centres which are spread out pan-India, will primarily focus on skilling the under privileged students and then further assist them with providing employment opportunities.

DLF Foundation provides structure and focus to the ongoing social responsibility initiatives of the DLF Limited Company. Registered under the laws of India, the Foundation has been formed with an express mission of empowering communities and creating opportunities for the underprivileged in areas of education, training and health. Since its inception, several rural Education, Training, Health and Environment initiatives have been taken by the Foundation

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Srinivas Rao Cheedella, Managing Director of Laurus Edutech said- “We are happy to be associated with DLF Foundation and help implement its initiatives under the LIFE Program. It is a privilege to be working with one of the biggest names of the construction industry. The centres to be operated in the brand name “DLF LIFE Skill India” will roll out most of the programs including services like retail, computers etc. The services are hardcore engineering focused like electrical, plumber, fitter, welder, auto mechanic, etc. and target the bottom end of the pyramid students.”

Source: IndiaPRwire (link opens in a new window)