6. Birjuram Brahma 

Pre DDU-GKY Training Situation: 

• Academic: Bachelor in Hotel Management
• Economic Situation: His family was quite impoverished, and their primary source of income was agriculture. His father was the only source of income for the family.

• Post DDU-GKY Training Situation:

•    His family was quite impoverished, and their primary source of income was agriculture. His father was the only source of income for the family, so he joined the JIS Foundation to learn a new skill and begin his career in the hotel industry. Birju Ram was always attentive and dedicated to the tasks assigned to him. The only area that needs attention was his communication skills. His English and Hindi communication was not fluent enough to secure a job in hotel sector, so he did his best in practicing both languages and today he is really performing good at it. 
•     With perfect dedication and consistency, he finished the three-month training program. He thereafter sat for his interview for the job at Ali Baba & 41 Dishes Restaurant, Kerala, and was hired with a salary of Rs 8,000. Later, he moved to Hotel arches, Kerala, where he worked as an F&B Steward at a salary of rs 8,500. He worked for several companies, including NM Royale County, Kerala, where he was paid Rs 12,000, and Hard Rock Hotel, Goa, where he was paid Rs 16,207.
•     For the next few months, he worked there until he was given the chance to pursue his career overseas. The hotel 'the olive tree group', Malaysia, hired him as a guest service associate, and he currently earns rs 97,000 (in indian currency). He makes his family proud while working there with joy. He is in this position now because of his patience and willpower.

7. Kaberi Gogoi 

Pre DDU-GKY Training Situation: 

• Academic: Graduation (Bachelor of Arts) at Doomdooma College, Tinsukia, Assam.
• Economic Situation: She could not pursue further education due to poor financial conditions of her family. She was initially low in confidence and also lacked proper English Communication Skills.

• Post DDU-GKY Training Situation:

• Kaberi Gogoi had undergone DDU-GKY training at JIS Foundation for the trade Hospitality Assistant for a period of 3 months. She got placement at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai with a starting salary of Rs 13000/- per month. She was employed there for 5 years from 2018 till 2023, earning a pay scale of Rs 19000/- per month. In 2023, she got the opportunity to join on MSC Seaview Cruise where she was offered a salary of Rs 1,66,640/- (on conversion to Indian Currency). Presently, she is employed at MSC Seaview Cruise with an approximate monthly salary of Rs 1,82,512/- (on conversion to Indian Currency).

8. Rupali Hasda

Pre DDU-GKY Training Situation: 

• Academic: Class 9 pass.
• Economic Situation: Her family was quite impoverished, and their primary source of income was agriculture. Her father was the only source of income for the family.
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• Post DDU-GKY Training Situation:

• Coming from a humble background, Rupali had to discontinue her education after the 9th standard due to financial constraints. Her mother, an active member of a local Self-Help Group (SHG), played a crucial role in keeping Rupali's dreams alive. It was through a Jeevika Sakhi, Rupali learned about the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY), a government initiative aimed at skill development and employment for rural youth. Seizing the opportunity, Rupali enrolled in the SMO Trade under PIA Aeon Market Research Pvt. Ltd. in December 2022.
  After successfully completing her course, Rupali secured placement at KPR Apparels Mills. Ltd. Industries in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu. For five months, she worked diligently, adapting to a new city and work environment. However, her heart remained in her native village, and she aspired to make a difference there.
•         With savings from her five-month stint, Rupali returned to Hatibandha and established a Sewing and Cutting Center with a total investment of Rs. 50000/-. What started as a solo endeavour soon grew into an opportunity for others, as she employed another young girl in her shop. Today, Rupali's center is not just a source of livelihood for herself but a beacon of hope and empowerment for her community. Before joining DDU-GKY program Rupali had no identity but today she is an entrepreneur growing with confidence in her locality. Rupali's present Annual Income is Rs. 1,10,000/- approximately.

9. Mohituddin Barbhuiyan

Pre DDU-GKY Training Situation: 

• Academic: Class 9 pass.
• Economic Situation: Mohit and his family are a residential of Village Barnagad under Algapur Dev. Block. His family background was very worse in earlier days. He lost his father at the age of 4years. Losing his father at such a young age, placed a heavy emotional and financial burden on the family. The family struggled to meet even their basic needs and led to periods of extreme financial strain, with the possibility of relying on community support or other resources.
• In 2011, after completion of Class 9 examination Mohit discontinued his studies and shifted to Bengaluru and started work in an Automobile Company for only Rs 3600 starting monthly salary. He did all the odd and hard jobs to feed his family.
• After 2years he came back to his home town, completed his HSLC exam and again went back to Bengaluru. This time he was promoted and his salary was Rs 13000 monthly.
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• Post DDU-GKY Training Situation:

• He completed the Hospitality Assistant course of 3 months from 20/10/2016 to 13/01/2017 under JIS Foundation PIA. Mohit successfully completed the 10 days On the Job training course with grade ‘A’ for Trainee Hospitality Assistant conducted by Hotel MayFlower facilitated by JIS Foundation. Later during Placement, he was also selected by 2-3 Companies but he decided to join as Assistant at Chai Point (Mountain Trail Foods private Ltd.). He joined his first job after the training with a starting salary of Rs 8197 only.

  It was quite hard for him to manage his family with such a low income as he was the only bread earner of the family. He kept patience and worked hard for which he was promoted in the interview amongst 250 candidates. He was promoted to post ‘BOXC PARTNER L2’. His new income was Rs 197155 per annum but he was able to earn Rs 20,000 with Overtime duty and tips from customers. He was also receiving a yearly bonus of Rs 30,000.

  Mohituddin with his incredible passion and dedication for work was awarded as BEST PERFORMING CANDIDATE UNDER DDU-GKY IN TERMS OF CAREER PROGRESSION on the occasion of “AAAJEVIKA EVAM KAUSHAL VIKASH DIWAS 2018” in Guwahati University.

  The Leap to Entrepreneurship

  After gaining valuable work experience in the hospitality sector, Mohit felt confident that he was ready to take the next step that is opening his own hotel. However, just as he was planning to launch his venture, the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and the world came to a halt. During the lockdown, Mohituddin had to return home, uncertain about the future. Having lost his job, he faced many months of unemployment. But instead of feeling defeated, he used this time to reflect and plan for his entrepreneurial venture.

  Drawing on his work experience, he decided to take a bold step and opened a small restaurant-cum-hotel in Algapur Bazar, Hailakandi . Despite the difficulties brought on by the pandemic, Mohit focussed to build his dream into reality but unfortunately, he had to run his restaurant at loss for almost six months. His family advised him to shut down the restaurant and search for something else which would help him to earn money without any suffer and stress but he himself with only one staff managed well to run his restaurant .

  In 2021, just as Mohituddin's hotel business began to show promise, the second wave of COVID-19 hit with full force. The pandemic's return proved devastating. Restrictions were re-imposed, customers stayed away, and his business dropped once again. Mohituddin’s hotel, which had been slowly gaining popularity, saw a sharp decline in footfall. With no partners to help rebuild and finances stretched thin, Mohituddin found himself at a crossroads. His dream seemed to be slipping away as his business faltered. For a while, he struggled with the harsh reality of unemployment, isolation, and uncertainty. But even in the face of adversity, Mohituddin refused to give up.

  Rather than letting the setbacks define him, Mohituddin took the time to regroup. He began by revisiting his core values: quality, service, and community. After the lockdown eased, he decided to start afresh. He took financial help from his friend circle. He recruited three dedicated staff members all of whom shared his passion for quality and hard work. With a smaller, more cohesive team, Mohituddin focused on rebuilding his brand by offering personalized service and a menu that resonated with his local customers.

  Gradually, the restaurant began to gain attention again. In 2023, Mohit took another bold step to expand his business by opening a second hotel. His first hotel had already gained a strong reputation in Algapur Bazar, and now, with the confidence of experience, he set out to grow further. As both hotels began to flourish, Mohit realized the potential of merging them — combining the staff, resources, and equipment from both locations to streamline operations and offer even better service.

  Mohit's hotels quickly gained more customers, even in a competitive market. His attention to detail, excellent food, and warm hospitality became the foundation of his success. By 2023, his business was running smoothly, and he employed 11 dedicated staff members. Their salaries range from ₹12,000 to ₹25,000, with additional benefits like free lodging, food, bonuses, and yearly increments, ensuring a motivated and loyal team.

  Mohituddin's success extended beyond his business. He reconstructed his family home, fulfilling a long-held dream. He also married off his sister, a significant milestone, and soon after, he got married himself. Despite the tough competition in the area, Mohit's unwavering commitment to quality and customer care helped his hotel stand out, earning him a loyal customer base and continued growth.

  Today, Mohituddin's journey is a testament to resilience, hard work, and smart decisions. From a struggling entrepreneur during the pandemic to a successful hotel owner with a happy family life, Mohit’s story shows that with determination, vision, and the support of a dedicated team, anyone can turn their dreams into reality.

  In addition to offering top-notch food and service, Mohit is deeply committed to supporting his local economy. Every week, he invests ₹1-1.5 lakh in groceries sourced from nearby vendors, helping small businesses thrive. His dedication extends further as he purchases approximately ₹2 lakh worth of poultry products each month, supporting local poultry farmers, sustaining their livelihoods, and promoting sustainable farming practices. With a net monthly sale of around ₹10 lakh, Mohit plays a crucial role in the community’s economic well-being.

  Moreover, Mohit contributes ₹15,000 each month as rent to the property owner of his hotel, ensuring that local property owners also benefit from his success. On top of this, he donates 15% of his monthly income to help those in need, pledging to continue aiding the less fortunate in any way he can.