New Delhi, 30 June 2026: The 62nd Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Training Programme on “Leadership Skills for Women”, sponsored by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, was successfully conducted by Housing and Urban Development Corporation Ltd. (HUDCO) at its HSMI Hostel, Asian Games Village Complex (AGVC), New Delhi, from 18 to 30 June 2026.
The two-week capacity-building programme brought together 24 women professionals from Iraq and served as a platform for knowledge exchange, leadership development, and cross-cultural engagement. The programme was designed to strengthen participants’ leadership competencies by enhancing their understanding of gender equity, developing practical leadership and decision-making skills and equipping them to assume greater responsibilities within their organisations and professional domains.
The valedictory session marked the successful culmination of the programme and was attended by Shri Sanjay Kulshrestha, Chairman & Managing Director, HUDCO; Shri M. Nagaraj, Director (Corporate Planning), HUDCO; and Mr. Oday Hatim Mohammed, Chargé d’Affaires, Iraq.
Addressing the participants, the dignitaries underscored the pivotal role of women leaders in fostering inclusive, equitable, and sustainable development. They encouraged the participants to leverage the knowledge and experience gained during the programme to drive positive changes within their institutions and communities.
The ITEC Programme, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, continues to strengthen international cooperation by promoting capacity building, institutional collaboration, and the exchange of best practices among partner countries. Through specialised training programmes such as “Leadership Skills for Women,” the initiative reaffirms India’s commitment to empowering women practitioners with the knowledge, confidence, and leadership capabilities required to excel in their respective fields, while fostering a global network of women leaders committed to sustainable and inclusive development.
