The State government has approved the setting up of a National Academy of Construction (NAC) Skill Development Centre in Manthani of Peddapalli district and sanctioned ₹20 crore for the construction of the centre’s building.The NAC Skill Development Centre is expected to play a significant role in creating a highly skilled workforce to meet the evolving demands of the construction industry. It will provide skill training of international standards, equipping youth with the latest technologies and modern construction practices.The centre will offer both short-term and long-term training programmes, enabling trainees to pursue self-employment opportunities as well as secure placements in leading national and international companies, the office of IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu said on Friday.Mr. Sridhar Babu, who represents the Manthani constituency in the Legislative Assembly, thanked Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Minister for Roads and Buildings, Komatireddy Venkat Reddy, for approving the project. The administrative orders, sanctioning the funds, were issued on Friday by Special Chief Secretary, Transport, Roads & Buildings (TR&B) Department Vikas Raj.The centre would serve as a hub for quality skill development for the youth of North Telangana, enhancing their employability and opening up opportunities in the construction sector across India and abroad, Mr. Sridhar Babu said. Published - July 17, 2026 06:51 pm IST