WingsVOLUME: 39 ISSUE: September, 2018N E W S L E T T E R

Together, may we give our youth and women the Skilling Roots to Grow & Career Wings to Fly.

From the Chairperson’s Desk

Vandana Luthra

Dear Readers,

Certainly, we all understand that the Beauty and Wellness industry in India is at an all- time high, growing twice as fast as the US and European market. This is an outcome of an increasing section of affluent and middle-class population, which has started considering beauty and wellness as a necessity. It is evident that there is also an increased emphasis on holistic well-being with people’s desire to look good and young, which in turn act as key drivers for the industry growth. This validates that there is ample scope for growth in this segment and a noticeable demand for career opportunities in the beauty and wellness sector. However, there are some major challenges faced by the Indian Wellness domain on the skill development front, such as inadequate training or lack of standardised training curriculum, fewer job opportunities, etc. As a matter of fact, the Wellness domain in India is still largely unorganised and fragmented, with a limited number of opportunities in the organised space. The shortfall of talent poses extreme threat to the growth and expansion of the entire beauty and wellness industry.

Mrs. Vandana Luthra

We seek support from the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and NSDC for easing out the process and making it more aspirational for the youth to take up Beauty and Wellness courses. Additionally, support from B&WSSC members will also quicken the whole process.

However, I appreciate your continued support for working on a number of important initiatives in this area, with B&WSSC. As we continue our journey to provide industry-level skill training to young people and women alike, let’s take a look at some of the key milestones that we have achieved in the past few days.

B&WSSC has crossed boundaries as we recently signed an MoU with CIDESCO, the World Standard for Beauty and Spa Therapy, recognised across 60 countries. This association will not only help to set service delivery standards, but also bring about uniformity in our training and help in knowledge exchange between India and other countries. It will also enable students trained in Beauty and Wellness in India to seek international employment opportunities.

We are also happy to announce that we have signed another MoU with Yoga Alliance International, which is an instrumental step in taking standards created by B&WSSC in Yoga globally.

With more reasons to celebrate this time, I am glad to share that Prior learning Type 4 has been formally launched by the Ministry as apprenticeship, which B&WSSC wanted to initiate 3 years ago. This will be a helpful medium to cater to youth and improve career opportunities in this segment.

In addition to this, we also extend our heartfelt wishes to the winners of the recently concluded India Skills Competition. As they move forward to represent India at the WorldSkills Competition-2019, to be held at Kazan in Russia, we wish them good luck and success for it. These candidates will go through rigorous training with the best in the industry and I would like to thank all the stakeholders for their support for the same.

While it feels amazing to acknowledge and celebrate milestones, I take this opportunity to urge all the stakeholders to join hands and work together in ways that can help us empower our nation with skilled manpower. Thank you again for helping B&WSSC in all its initiatives, and I look forward to continue working with you for fulfilling our Skill India Mission. May the onset of divine season bring prosperity for all of you.

Empower Youth! Empower India!

News & Events

B&WSSC conducted its Annual General Meeting in Delhi on 28th September. The meeting was attended by the esteemed members of the Governing Council. The special invitees included Ms Anna-Cari Gund, President, CIDESCO International, Swami Vidyanand from Yoga Alliance International, and Mr Manoj from White Lotus, Malaysia.

Shri Rajesh Agrawal, Joint Secretary, MSDE, and Mr Surajit Roy, Sr Head, Apprenticeship Division, NSDC, also graced the occasion with their presence.

This was a historic AGM for B&WSSC where MoUs were signed, achieving many milestones. Shri Agrawal addressed the industry and gave them details on the recently launched govt. schemes such as NAPS and RPLType 4, which was later followed by an interactive session with the industry members.

Annual General Meeting

News & Events

The MoU was signed between B&WSSC and CIDESCO, the largest certifying body which represents the world’s greatest standards in Beauty and Spa Therapy, recognised across 60 countries. This association will not only help to set service delivery standards, but also bring about a uniformity in our trainings and help in knowledge exchange between India and other countries. Not only will this greatly benefit the industry but also help get the global recognition to the students trained in Beauty & Wellness in India globally, truly making India the ‘ Skill Capital of the World.’

Ms Anna-Cari Gund, President, CIDESCO International, had flown down specially to sign this MoU. Mrs Vandana Luthra, Chairperson, Beauty & Wellness Sector Skill Council, signed the MoU on behalf of B&WSSC.

MoU with CIDESCO International

MoU with White Lotus

MoU with Yoga Alliance International

MoU with Brainware University

MoU with EduVanz

The MoU was signed between B&WSSC and White Lotus (Manasa Yoga), Malaysia, for rolling out the Indian Standards of Yoga internationally. The signing took place in the presence of Shri Manoj Kaimal from White Lotus. Since 2002, he has qualified and empowered dozens of Malaysian Yoga Alliance recognised teachers, and B&WSSC joined hands with him to take the Indian yoga stadards to Malaysia.

The next MoU was signed with Yoga Alliance International. Through this MoU, the standards created in Yoga by the Council will be used for training yoga professionals globally. The MoU was signed by Swami Vidyanand from Yoga Alliance International and Mrs Vandana Luthra, Chairperson, Beauty & Wellness Sector Skill Council.

In an effort towards providing degree courses in Beauty & Wellness, an MoU was signed with the Brainware University for rolling out degree programs in Beauty, Nail and Hair. The University is currently ranked as one of the top private universities in West Bengal. The MoU was signed by Mr Phalguni Mookhopadhyay, Chancellor Brainware University and Chairperson, B&WSSC.

B&WSSC, in its earnest endeavour to facilitate Skill Loans for the candidates, signed an MoU with Eduvanz, an NBFC, operating in the candidate level financing space. With Eduvanz coming in, Beauty & Wellness candidates can now avail skill loans at zero percent interest rate.

MoU with Capital Float

MoU signed for RPL Type 4

MoU with Rayat Bahra University

MoU with Tata StriveAnother Collaboration of the day was an MoU with Capital Float, an NBFC, for facilitating skill loans for Beauty & Wellness candidates. The loan is available on lower interest rates and with flexible repayment options.

At the AGM, MoUs were also signed with Geetanjali Salon, Art of Living, and VLCC for certifying their employees under PMKVY RPL Type 4. In an effort to provide recognition to the non-formal learning, MSDE and NSDC would like to ensure wider outreach to the large uncertified workforce across the country through RPL Type 4, and direct partnerships with Sector Skill Councils and Industry/ Corporate. Collaboration with the Top Employers shall help to enhance the credibility of certification and promote mobility of the workforce across the sector. The Industry will also benefit from their workforce being certified under the National Skill Qualification Framework.

B&WSSC signed a MoU with Rayat Bahra University, which is one of the largest educational groups in North India, with 6 campuses across Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and with 2 International campuses in UK & USA, for launching the Beauty & Wellness B.VoC programs in Skin & Hair at their Ropar Campus. After that, the course will be rolled out across their other campuses as well.

An EOI between TATA Strive and B&WSSC was signed at the AGM, for working together on different avenues and taking forward the aim of developing a stronger skill ecosystem in the Beauty & Wellness domain. The signing took place in the presence of Mr. Rakesh Sharma from TATA Strive.

Association with Pivot Point in the Pipeline

RPL Type 4 with VLCC

Adding another feather to our wings and in continuation of exploring international turfs for our students, B&WSSC initiates talks with Pivot Point, a global standard in hair dressing to explore possibilities of joint certification for all students pursuing hair dressing courses, thereby adopting the best of international practices and opening job opportunities for them across the globe.

B&WSSC takes pride in launching the first batch of RPL Type 4 at VLCC and in certifying their own employees, in an effort to recognise and certify prior learning experience and to provide improved possibilities of career progression.

India Skills 2018 - NationalsAfter the astounding success of 4 Regional Rounds of India Skills Competitions conducted in both participating skills - Beauty Therapy & Hair Dressing, B&WSSC. in association with NSDC, organised and facilitated the ’India Skills National Competition’ in both the skills from 2nd Oct – 6th Oct, 2018, at New Delhi.We had 10 Competitors in Beauty Therapy and 9 Competitors in Hair Dressing skill for the Nationals. The Regional Winners who competed for the Nationals were representing different states & UT’s such as Punjab, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, Daman & Diu, Delhi, Gujarat, Jammu & Kashmir and Bihar, thereby including non-competing states and wild card entries as well.

The India Skills National Competition was conducted with great aplomb and was backed up by the unconditional and ever strong support of our esteemed industry pan-India.We sincerely thank our respected Chairperson – Ms Vandana Luthra, for encouraging the competitors and paving the way for commencement of the National Competition with her esteemed presence at the Lamp Lighting ceremony, and spearheading the same, thereby extending her auspicious gracious presence.

B&WSSC would like to take this opportunity to thank all our supporting partners for the Nationals who have helped us in various ways to make this competition viable and successful:• VLCC • Orane• BKCCAD • LTA• StarCosmetics • Alps• NailSpa • YLG• ChristineValmy • Beauness• Dermalogica • Wella• LaunchPad • Schwarzkopf• CoupleCutCouture • HairDrama

We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Chief Experts of Beauty Therapy and Hair Dressing, Ms Vaishali Shah and Ms Samantha Kochhar respectively, who have persistently worked towards conducting smooth and fair competitions at all levels.We also take this opportunity to thank our esteemed Chief Mentors - Dr Blossom Kochhar, Ms Gurpreet Seble, Ms Bharti Taneja, Ms Rekha Chaudhary and Ms Asha Hariharan, for their august presence at the competition to encourage both the Competitors as well as the Jury .

Face / Body Make up Nail Hair

Ms Nalini Kalra Ms Rupashree Nayak Ms Shon Shon Ms Shirin Merchant

Ms Avni Amlani Mr Sonic Sarwate Ms Akiriti Arora Mr Pradeep Ved

Ms Vaijayanti Bhalchandra Ms Richa Agarwal Mr Sumit Israni

Ms Disha Mehar Ms Gunjan Gaur Mr Atharva Takke

Ms Harshada Takke Ms Meerra Mewawala Ms Roopa Ambekar

Ms Sunita Bhatt

Mr Milan Bhatia

Ms Kalyani Umrani Mr Uday Takke

Ms Arpita Das Mr Harish Bhatia

Ms Bhakti Sapke Ms Devi Nayana Karunaratne

Ms Shwetasha Paliwal

Ms Shweta Nayyar

Ms Mrunal Sunil Dongre

Ms Ritoo Jha

Mr Vishal Chauhan

Mr Moin Ur Rehman

Ms Pammy Kaul

The JURY for Beauty Therapy & Hair Dressing was as follows

The National Winners in both the skills are as follows

We extend our sincere gratitude to the esteemed Jury members who contributed towards selection of the most deserving candidates, and who would now be trained extensively by the industry experts in their respective skills and shall compete at the India Skills Grand Finale Competition in March 2019. The winners in Beauty Therapy and Hair Dressing would represent India at WorldSkills 2019, at Kazan, Russia.

BEAUTY THERAPY HAIR DRESSING

Gold Medal Winner Ms Mahima Gandhi (Delhi) Mr Utkarsh Kumar (Delhi)

Silver Medal Winner Ms Sampada Rajesh Gulhane (Daman & Diu)

Ms Charmi Sen (Rajasthan)

Bronze Medal Winner Ms Komal S Kodlikar (Maharastra)

Mr Abdul Rahim (Delhi)

Bronze Medal Winner Ms Nikita Sarkar ( Delhi ) -

Medallion of Excellence Ms Shikha Sinha (Delhi) Mr Saurabh Kadve (Maharashtra) & Ms Deepali Raj (Delhi)

We once again thank each one of you for making the Competition a grand success, and look forward to all possible support required as a stepping stone to WorldSkills 2019 at Kazan, Russia, from each one of you!

Some Highlights of Nationals, India Skills 2018

IndiaSkills 2018 concluded with a spectacular closing ceremony.

The Winners

Beauty Therapy Gold - Ms Mahima Gandhi Silver - Ms Sampada GulhaneBronze- Ms Komal & Ms Nikita Sarkar

Hair dressing Gold - Mr Uttkarsh Kuma Silver - Ms Charmi SenBronze - Mr Abdul Rahim

Who According to you are the biggest contributors in Beauty and Wellness Industry?With the vast growth in the Beauty & Wellness Industry, we have been inspired by some of the best Industry Contributors such as Ms Shahnaz Husain, Ms Nirja Birla, and Dr Jamuna Pai, etc.

What is that one piece of advice you would give others about life?Life is very precious- Please take care.

If you could go back in time to any Era, which one would that be and why?My schooling days were the best in my life, because of the less responsibilities and more freedom.

In what ways would you exemplify yourself as a leader and in what ways would you exemplify yourself as a follower?My Leadership is in doing what I believe and to take valuable advice as a follower.

If you could abolish once piece of modern technology,

what would that be and why?Television – as it enables spending quality time with family & friends.

What was the single most influential and inspirational event in your life?The “Fat to Fit Competition”, that we had organised wherein the contestants lost up to 55 kgs weight and this was the most inspirational and influential event in my life.

What is your best childhood memory?Nothing specific.

If you could only keep five possessions, what would they be?Happiness, Peace of mind, Satisfaction, Healthy Lifestyle and Kolors are the five possessions which I would keep always.

What was one of your most defining moments in life?Losing 58 kgs in 6 months was the most defining moment in my life.

Why did you choose this profession?Losing 58 kgs weight in six months spurred me to take up this profession.

What is your strongest Personal Quality?Taking decisions at the right time.

Your Favourite Quote?The best way to predict the future is to create it.

Social Media you are most found on?WhatsApp

Beauty for you is?Beauty is not physical – It is from within.

Your Life’s mantra...?A Healthier society. What is more important is at least 5% of the population achieve such a good health.

Your Vision viz a viz Skilling?Skilling creates best awareness about a healthier life.

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MEMBERSHIP FORM

1. Name of the Organisation

2. Industry Type

3. Segment: Salon/Academia/Product/ any other

4. TAN/PAN No.

5. Address of the Organisation:

6. No. of Branches

7. Phone No. : 7. Email ID :

8. Website (If any) :

9. SPOC (For Organisation)

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Interested to become B&WSSC member. Please share the attached details at

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• To bring in synergy between Regional, National and International Beauty & Wellness Industry Players.• To Acknowledge and Recognize Regional Industry players Work and contribution to the industry as whole.• To identify the gaps, if any and coach them to scale up for better productive results.• To extend media and social media reach.• Networking opportunity with Industry, Academia, Union and State Government.• Opportunity to be part of Annual General Meetings of B&WSSC.• Opportunity to showcase their Brand and its work at various Live Events.• To be part of National High Level Priority Skill Mission Project “Skill India”.

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