“Inauguration of Workshop on Employability and Soft Skills being conducted by Central Placement Cell” 

Koral ‘Purnoor’, Demokretic Front, Chandigarh – August 1, 22

A workshop on “Employability and Soft Skills” being organized by the Central Placement Cell, Panjab University Chandigarh  was inaugurated by Hon’ble Vice – Chancellor today . More than 100 participants across various university departments e.g  Bio technology, human genome, community education, geography, UBS, Library science are attending the workshop.  

Prof. Raj Kumar, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Panjab University addressed the event as Chief Guest. He appreciated the efforts of the Central Placement Cell for organising the student oriented activities for the career growth of the students. He emphasised on the need for conducting such workshops for grooming and honing the skills of students. 

The session started with an introductory address by Dr. Monica Bedi, Course coordinator. Prof. Meena Sharma, Director Central Placement Cell, welcomed key note speakers and highlighted the need for today’s session. She apprised the audience about various activities undertaken by central placement cell like webinars, workshops, placement drives focussed on overall development and welfare of the students of Panjab University.

Mr. Vivek Atray, Ex. IAS was Guest of Honor in the function. He highlighted the importance of communication skills in improving the overall personality of students. He explained in detail how overall personality of students can be helpful in  enhancing their employability  skills. 

The session ended with vote of thanks by Dr.  Monica Bedi, course coordinator and Associate Professor at University Business School.