Noida International Airport and Bird Academy Create hospitality employment pathways for local youth in Jewar
Bird Academy, in collaboration with Noida International Airport, Brisk Olive Trust, and Roseate Hotels & Resorts, the hospitality brand of Bird Group, India, has successfully completed a hospitality skill development programme for local youth in Jewar.
Programme Overview
- Conducted at ITI College, Jewar with support from Bird Academy, Brisk Olive Trust (CSR partner for Noida International Airport), and Roseate Hotels & Resorts.
- Trained 33 local youth (Class 12 graduates) in hospitality operations: Front Office, Food & Beverage, soft skills, industry interactions, and site visits.
- Focused on practical capabilities, workplace readiness, and confidence-building.
Employment Outcomes
- Graduates have moved into jobs at Noida International Airport, Roseate Hotels & Resorts, and outlets along the Yamuna Expressway.
- Builds on last year’s aviation skill programme (28 students trained in ground operations, passenger handling, ramp operations).
Aviation Skill Development Centre
- Inaugurated in 2025 at ITI College, Jewar by MLA Shri Dhirendra Singh.
- Designed to align local communities with employment opportunities from the growing aviation and logistics ecosystem.
Leadership Insights
- Christoph Schnellmann (Vice Chairman, Noida International Airport): Emphasized the airport’s commitment to linking development with local communities and strengthening employability.
- Radha Bhatia (Chairperson, Bird Group & BESTT): Highlighted skilling as the bridge between education and employment, with a strong focus on empowering women and achieving gender parity.
Strategic Impact
- Part of Noida International Airport’s broader CSR focus on education, vocational training, and employability.
- Positions aviation and hospitality as fast-growing pillars of India’s economy, requiring a skilled workforce to deliver world-class experiences.
🔑 Takeaway: This initiative is a model of public–private partnership in skilling, ensuring that local communities around Jewar benefit directly from the airport’s growth. It’s not just about jobs—it’s about building a world-ready workforce and embedding inclusivity into India’s aviation and hospitality expansion.
