Honda India Foundation (HIF), the corporate social responsibility arm of all Honda group of companies in India, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Directorate of Craftsmanship Training & Scheme (DCTSE), Skill Development Department (SDD), Government of Sikkim. The MoU marks the launch of Project Buniyaad in Sikkim under the World Bank-supported Sikkim INSPIRES Program. The signing ceremony was held at Chintan Bhawan, Gangtok in the presence of Mr. Prem Singh Tamang, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Sikkim and the Minister-in-Charge, SDD, Shri Samdup Bhutia, Additional Secretary-cum-Director, Directorate of Craftmanship Training, Scheme and Employment (DCTSE), Skill Development Department and Mr. Rajeev Taneja, Operating Officer, Honda India Foundation.

This collaborative effort aims to deliver structured, industry-oriented training in the hospitality sector, certifications by recognized agencies and assured placement opportunities for youth. The initiative is designed to drive sustainable livelihood opportunities through skill-based learning. As Sikkim celebrated 50 years of statehood, the signing of this MoU also adds to the significance of this year’s World Youth Skills Day celebration, reinforcing the role of partnerships in building a future ready and skilled workforce for long-term development.

Launched in 2024, Project Buniyaad aims to empower youth, particularly from National Priority Regions (NPR) like the Northeast and Jammu & Kashmir, by providing high-quality hospitality training. This initiative addresses regional challenges, enhances employability, and fosters sustainable livelihoods, contributing to inclusive growth and economic development. The launch of Project Buniyaad in Sikkim adds to its growing footprint and further highlights HIF’s continued focus on creating inclusive impact through skill-based interventions in partnerships with state governments.

Honda India Foundation remains committed to expanding the reach of similar such initiatives, with a continued focus on skill development, road safety, environment protection, education, rural development & healthcare.

About Honda India Foundation (HIF)

Honda India Foundation (HIF) is the CSR arm for all Honda group of companies in India - Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., Honda Cars India Ltd, Honda India Power Products Ltd., Honda R&D (India) Pvt. Ltd, Honda Access India Pvt. Ltd., Honda Trading Corporation India Pvt. Ltd., Honda Kaihatsu India Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. and Honda Power Pack Energy India Pvt. Ltd.

The foundation undertakes focused corporate social responsibility initiatives in the areas of road safety, environment protection, education & health care. Honda globally aspires to be “a company that society wants to exist” and contributes to the realization of a sustainable society by serving people worldwide with the joy of expanding their life’s potential through its social contribution activities.