Chandigarh, 11 February 2025: ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, along with Adani Foundation, is transforming the lives of defense and law enforcement aspirants in rural Odisha through its Pre-Police Training Programme at its facility in Bargarh. This initiative has enabled aspiring candidates like Chandan Pradhan from Malisrigudi, Sonepur district, to achieve their dreams of serving the nation.

Supported by ACC and the Adani Foundation, Chandan’s journey from rigorous training to securing a position in the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) showcases the program’s profound impact on youth empowerment. The Pre-Police Training Programme covers nearly 1,000 aspirants across its 13 locations.

The program begins with a screening check to ensure the candidates fulfill the physical parameters for their service of choice, followed by selection and covering the full theoretical syllabus for the selection examination. The program, facilitated by ACC Limited, provided Chandan also facilitates structured physical conditioning, mock interviews, and mentoring sessions, equipping him to excel in competitive defense recruitment processes.

For Chandan, the opportunity proved transformative, instilling discipline, resilience, and the confidence to succeed. His hard work culminated in clearing the ITBP recruitment exam, with his induction on December 14, 2024.

Chandan’s inspiring story reflects the tangible impact of ACC and Adani Foundation’s commitment to nurturing rural talent and fostering community progress. By creating opportunities for personal and professional growth, they continue to empower youth and contribute to nation-building.