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Walchand PeopleFirst Limited Expands Footprint in Telangana with New Franchisee in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, 15 th April 2024 – Walchand PeopleFirst Limited (WPFL), a pioneer in workplace solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Mr. Sekhar Burra as the new franchisee for Dale Carnegie Training in Hyderabad, Telangana. With this strategic move, Walchand PeopleFirst aims to strengthen its presence in the dynamic Hyderabad market and continue its mission of empowering organizations through innovative training, coaching, and consulting services.

Mr. Sekhar Burra brings over eight years of invaluable experience as the CEO of Sain Innovation Softech, a renowned firm specializing in training, coaching, and consulting. His leadership has been instrumental in driving organizational excellence and fostering a culture of innovation and performance enhancement.

Ms. Pallavi Jha, Chairperson and Managing Director of Walchand PeopleFirst Limited, shared her thoughts about the expansion, saying, “Hyderabad being one of the core cities with a large workforce, holds a special place in our growth trajectory, and we are thrilled to welcome Mr. Sekhar Burra to our network of franchisees. His expertise and commitment to excellence align perfectly with our vision of empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in today’s competitive environment. As an organisation we are always motivated to empower individuals and drive transformative change”

Speaking about the appointment, Mr. Burra expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I am honored to join forces with Walchand PeopleFirst Limited and Dale Carnegie Training to bring world-class professional development solutions to Hyderabad. Our goal is to empower businesses in Telangana to challenge traditional paradigms, break barriers, and achieve unprecedented levels of success.”

According to recent statistics, Telangana has witnessed remarkable economic growth, with over 22.5 lakh jobs created in the state’s 14 priority sectors in the past nine years. Additionally, Telangana stands out as the only major state in the country to record a Labor Participation Rate of more than 52.43 percent, as per the household survey conducted by the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) in April 2023.

Hyderabad, known as the “City of Pearls,” boasts of a vibrant business ecosystem characterized by rapid growth and innovation. It is one of India’s leading technology hubs with more than 9 lakh people in the IT sector with 1500 companies. Furthermore, Hyderabad leads the way in women’s employment, boasting a 34% hiring rate, according to the ‘State of Women’s Employment in India’ report by talent solutions provider Careernet. Hyderabad presents immense opportunities for organizations seeking to enhance their human capital and drive business growth.

With the introduction of Dale Carnegie Training under Mr. Burra’s leadership, businesses in Hyderabad can now access world-class training programs designed to unlock their full potential and achieve sustainable success.

Walchand PeopleFirst Limited remains dedicated to driving positive change and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, the company continues to empower businesses across India to achieve their full potential.

Dale Carnegie India
Dale Carnegie Training India is part of an over 100-year experienced brand and has been operating for the past 20 years in the Indian market, where we have successfully partnered with over 8500 clients and have trained more than 700,000 candidates across Industries to produce measurable business results by improving people performance. We have helped organizations meet their goals using Dale Carnegie’s proven methodology and unique content. Our programs for these have seen outstanding business results. DCTI works with companies using the unique iMAP process wherein we customize our solutions so that they dramatically impact results for a company, department or team.  Our numerous testimonials from leading organizations are proof of our empirical approach to problem-solving- that can link our solutions directly to performance enhancement at work and the desired business outcome.

About Walchand Plus
Walchand Plus, a division of Walchand PeopleFirst established in 2015, is dedicated to Education, Employability, and Empowerment initiatives. Its mission is to cultivate a globally recognized talent pool equipped with market-relevant competencies, fostering sustainable livelihoods. Specializing in skilling solutions and consulting services for academia, employability, and corporate social
responsibility sectors, Walchand Plus is committed to making a positive impact on individuals, institutions, corporates, as well as government and non-government organizations.

With a decade of experience, Walchand Plus has collaborated with various educational institutions and government organizations to address the prevailing challenges in the Indian skill development landscape. Their programs, developed by subject matter experts using innovative models and best practices in Instruction Design and Content development, encompass a diverse range of industry-relevant vocational and soft skills training. Walchand Plus, takes pride in contributing to the enhancement of training quality, thereby shaping a brighter future for individuals and organizations alike.