Eagle Crest Training Institute, Dimapur, hosted a special welcome programme for Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, at its premises, reinforcing industry-academic collaboration and opening avenues for aspiring hospitality professionals.
The event marked a significant milestone in strengthening career opportunities for students in one of India’s most prestigious hotels.
CEO of Eagle Crest Training Institute, Temjenkala Aier, extended a warm welcome to HR Manager of Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, Sonia Sircar. Emphasizing the institute’s commitment to skill development and manpower training in the hospitality, airlines, and aviation sectors, Aier highlighted the crucial role Eagle Crest plays in bridging the gap between talent and opportunity.
She expressed hope that the maiden visit of the Taj Mahal Palace team to Nagaland would leave a lasting impact and inspire future collaborations.
She also extended gratitude to her team for organizing the event and encouraged students to seize the opportunity.
Admin & Training Head of Eagle Crest, Juniper Phom, underscored the institute’s robust Training & Placement Cell, boasting a 96% placement rate, with 60-70% of students securing employment within India.
She acknowledged the contributions of the Skill India Mission and the Nagaland Skill Mission, which aims to train 5,000 youth, reinforcing Eagle Crest’s role in connecting education with employment. Welcoming Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, as a domestic recruitment partner, she expressed appreciation for the faculty, recruiters, and students and urged them to strive for excellence.
Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) Coordinator, Dimapur Government College (DGC), Dr. Vinyuhu Lhoungu, highlighted DGC’s growing reputation, noting that with over 2,000 applications annually for just 500 seats, government colleges were no longer secondary options.
Stressing the competitive job market, he shared that over 30,000 students graduate in Nagaland yearly, while government job openings remain limited to about 1,000. Encouraging students to look beyond government jobs, he commended Eagle Crest for bringing top recruiters like Taj Mahal Palace to their doorstep.
Sonia Sircar addressed the gathering, emphasizing the significance of trust, awareness, and joy in the hospitality industry—qualities that define the Taj brand globally. She highlighted the importance of a warm and welcoming attitude in ensuring exceptional guest experiences and encouraged students to pursue hospitality careers with passion and dedication.
Comparing students to uncut diamonds needing refinement through training, she urged them to approach recruitment with confidence and enthusiasm.
Expressing her delight at visiting Nagaland for the first time, Sircar conveyed her appreciation for the region’s hospitality and warmth.
She wished the students success and encouraged them to embrace future opportunities with determination. The event, hosted by Aviation Trainer at Eagle Crest, Asheli Yepthomi, concluded with a campus interview session, where more than 100 students engaged with the Taj Mahal Palace representative, furthering their prospects in the hospitality sector.