Giving an impetus to the process of extending the operations of the outsourcing industry to Tier II and Tier III centres, as well as rural centres, in Tamil Nadu, the Krishnagiri district administration is bringing home a set of new facilities in the field that will provide jobs to local candidates.
Adventity, a Mumbai-based end-to-end Knowledge and Business Process Outsourcing company, has partnered with FOSTeRA (Fostering technologies in rural areas) in this venture. FOSTeRA, an ISO 9001-2000 certified rural BPO, an initiative of the Krishnagiri district administration, will carry forward its operations in both voice and non-voice modules. A Memorandum of Understanding for this purpose has been signed between FOSTeRA chief executive officer M.R. Ashok Kumar and officials of Adventity BPO.
“Eighty candidates were selected for voice module from the Alapatti unit of FOSTeRA. They are undergoing a pilot training programme at Alapatti from June 23. Experts from Adventity will fine-tune the candidates in voice-based calls, customer care and data conversion activities,” said District Collector Santhosh Babu.
The BPO firm will announce similar programmes in non-voice modules at rural BPOs in Mittapalli (Uthangarai union) and Alapatti (Krishnagiri union). The date of training will be announced shortly, according to sources in Adventity. Under the deal, Adventity will provide work related to voice and non-voice operations, and FOSTeRA will provide high-end components, including dialers, headphone sets and special router switches for the voice module.
According to Mr. Ashok Kumar, over 1,200 students from Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri districts took part in an interactive session on skill development organised by National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom) and the district administration in Krishnagiri. Nasscom vice-president Raju Bhatnagar gave the association’s membership to FOSTeRA.
Tests were conducted in two phases to assess the technical and soft skills of the candidates and English proficiency. A tabulation report was prepared and the candidates were given call letters on the spot. Mr. Kumar said FOSTeRA would set up an advanced training and BPO centre in association with Nasscom at Hosur soon. High-end equipment for the centre will be procured from major companies.
July 26, 2009
Gold coins recovered from villagers
Revenue department officials of Krishnagiri have recovered 63 gold coins from the people in Aliyalam village in the district in the past three days. One Ragu (6) found a mud pot full of gold coins while he was playing in the agricultural field in Chinnabhiah in the area on last Saturday, the officials said. The villagers, who came to know about the incident, informed the revenue officials, who inturn rushed to the spot. The officials recovered 37 gold coins from Ragu's house on Sunday, a revenue department official said on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the officials got a tip off that some other residents of the area also had obtained gold coins. An official team led by Tahsildar Muniraj along with Udhanapalli police raided the residences in the village and recovered seven gold coins on Sunday and another 19 coins. The period of the gold coins would be known only after the research by the archaeological department, Mr. Muniraj said.
July 19, 2009
History of Krishnagiri District
The Krishnagiri district has prehistoric importance. Archeological sources confirm the presence of habitats of man kind during Paleolithic, Neolithic and Mesolithic Ages. Various rock paintings and rock carvings of Indus Valley civilization and Iron Age seen in this district support the historical significance of this district. The heart of 'Krishnagiri', 'Hosur' and 'Uthangarai' were known as 'Eyil Nadu', 'Murasu Nadu' and 'Kowoor Nadu' respectively. During Chola period, Krishnagiri region was called 'Nigarili Chola Mandlam' and 'Vidhugadhazhagi Nallur'. Under 'Nulamba' rule it was popular as 'Nulambadi' according to historical sources.
Hero stones were erected for those whose lost their lives in pursuit of adventure. There was a tradition of erecting memorial stones for people who sacrifice their lives for the sake of their kings since 'Sangam Age'. These memorial stones were called 'Navagandam'. Plenty of memorial stones available in this district speak volumes about the valour and virtues of the people. Part of Salem, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri and Mysore were together named as "Thagadur Nadu" in Sangam Age. "Adhiayaman", the noble king offered 'Karunelli' (Goose Berry) to the great poetess "Avvaiyar" who adorned his court for her long life. Krishnagiri was once ruled by Adhiyaman and hence also known as 'Adhiayaman Nadu'. This region was ruled by Pallavas, Gangas, Nulambas, Cholas, Hoysalas, Vijaya Nagar Emperors, Bijapur Sultans, Wudayars of Mysore and Nayaks of Madurai. This region of Krishnagiri served as gateway of Tamil Nadu and the protective barrier for Sourthern region defending onslaughts from barriers with motives of imperialism and exploitation. Twelve Forts in this region were popularly known as 'Bara Mahal' Forts. These forts have borne the funs of many attacks by Mysore and Andhra rulers. Krishnagiri Fort become the first and forth most defensive place. The majestic fortress built on Krishnagiri hill by the Vijaya Nagar Emperors, stands as testimony still now. ' "Kundani" a place in Krishnagiri District was once the Head Quarters of the Hoysala king 'Veera Ramanathan' in 13th Centuty AD. 'Jagadevarayan', Hoysala kind made'Jagadevi' (one of the 'Bara Mahal' forts) as his capital.
During Mysore war I the British troops passed through Krishnagiri to attack Hyder Ali's Forces at 'Kaveripattinam'. British army was defeated here. In Mysore war II entire region of Salem and Karnataka came under Hyder Ali's control. Hyder Ali fought bravely against the English at Krishnagiri.
In Mysore war II after the "Treaty of Srirangapattinam" entire region of Salem and Barah Mahal were surrendered to the British. In 1792 AD, Captain Alexander Reed became the first District Collector of this region. Under the diplomacy of Robert Clive, the then Governor of Madras Presidency, Krishnagiri became the headquarters of Bara Mahal.
A mint was established at Krishnagiri in 1794 AD. Gold, silver and copper coins were forged here. Rayakottai once the strong hold of British lost its importance for defense by 1880 AD. Many soldiers from Krishnagiri region took part in the world war and lost their lives. Even today a large number of youth from this Krishnagiri district are in the service of our Mother Land. Many patriots and sons of this soil participated in the nations freedom struggle. One among them was the "Wise Old Man, Dr .C. Raja Gopalachari", who hailed from a small village in this district rose to the highest position in the nation as the first Governor General of independent India and also as Chief Minister.
The historical importance and potential growth in education, economy and tourism of present Krishnagiri made it necessary to create a separate district. Krishnagiri was formed as 30th district by the Government of Tamil Nadu. Krishnagiri district was carved out of Dharmapuri district on 09th February 2004 with five taluks and ten blocks. Thiru. Mangat Ram Sharma, I.A.S. has administered the office as first Collector of Krishnagiri District.
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