Walchand PeopleFirst Expands Footprint In Telangana

Walchand PeopleFirst (WPFL), has appointed 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 organisations through innovative training, coaching and consulting services.

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

Pallavi Jha, Chairperson and Managing Director of Walchand PeopleFirst, 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, 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 per cent, 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 per cent hiring rate, according to the 'State of Women’s Employment in India’ report by talent solutions provider Careernet. Hyderabad presents immense opportunities for organisations seeking to enhance their human capital and drive business growth. With the introduction of Dale Carnegie Training under Burra's leadership, businesses in Hyderabad can now access world-class training programmes designed to unlock their full potential and achieve sustainable success.