IIT-BHU, 39 GTC organise creative skills workshop to empower future-ready youth
VARANASI: The Film and Media Council (FMC) of the Indian Institute of Technology (
IIT
)
BHU
, in collaboration with the 39 Gorkha Training Centre (39
GTC
), conducted a five-day
Creative Skills
Workshop from May 16 to 20 at the 39 GTC Camp in Varanasi.
The workshop aimed to equip young soldiers with essential digital and creative skills, supporting India's ongoing efforts to modernise its defence forces under the Agnipath Scheme.
Om
Jee Pandey
, Councillor of FMC, said the workshop focused on building digital awareness, creativity, and media literacy—increasingly vital qualities for today's soldiers, especially Agniveers, who are being trained to be agile, tech-savvy, and adaptive in their approach.
The workshop included practical sessions and team-based activities. In the Photography and AI Editing module, participants learned the basics of composition and lighting, followed by hands-on training in AI-powered editing tools that simplified post-processing and enhanced creative output.
In the Videography and Video Editing segment, participants worked with modern video equipment and editing software, using AI features to produce smoother transitions and improved sound quality.
On the final day, participants collaborated in teams to complete a media project, applying all the skills acquired during the week.
Pandey added that the workshop helped young learners gain confidence in using new tools and technologies—skills applicable not only in creative fields but also in defence settings, where effective communication and quick thinking are crucial.
The initiative was guided by key figures from both institutions, including Prof. Amit Patra, Director of
IIT BHU
, and Brigadier Anirban Datta, Commandant of 39 GTC. Prof.
Rajesh Kumar
, Dean of Students' Affairs, described the programme as a significant step towards connecting creative education with national service.
As the defence sector increasingly embraces advanced technologies, such collaborations underscore the importance of preparing youth for modern and impactful roles in the future.
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