Claret Youth Centre at Surepalli of the province of Bangalore has been rendering yeoman service to the poor unemployed youth and women of the locality. Since last three years there has been regular skills training programme organized at the Centre. So far the Centre has trained hundred women in tailoring and have given them sewing machines free of cost; have also trained the youth in electrical works and drum-music, a traditional tribal musical instrument of the area.

In February 2021 the second batch of the training in drum-music completed the course which lasted for four months. There was a colorful concluding ceremony and distribution of certificates on 20th February 2021. Officials of VRO and TRICOR were also present during the function. Many of the trainees shared their experience of how they have benefited from the training. It helps them in self-reliance, to find a livelihood and a support for their families. It also helps them to value their traditional music and impart it to the coming generation. On the final day the trainees also enjoyed a family meal. The Centre acknowledge with gratitude the generous contributions of VRO and the TRICOR AGENCIES in this noble work of empowering youth and women.