UditVani, Jamshedpur : Team Samarthya, the Human Potential Centre of XLRI Jamshedpur, successfully hosted the 13th edition of Disha, the city’s largest career counselling fair for school students, on January 25.
With a continued commitment to guiding young minds towards informed and meaningful career choices, Disha 2026 witnessed an enthusiastic response from students, parents, and educators across the city.
The event recorded more than 680 registrations, a footfall of 550+ attendees participating from 40 schools in and around Jamshedpur.
Significant participation was observed from schools such as Chinmaya Vidyalaya, DAV, Loyola, Motilal Nehru Public School, Kasidih High School, and DBMS, among others.
Samarthya, known for its sustained focus on holistic student development, organizes multiple initiatives throughout the year aimed at nurturing potential and enabling informed decisionmaking.
Disha 2026 was supported by 230 XLRI student volunteers and featured over 35 career guidance booths and counselling sessions, covering a wide range of domains including Management, Engineering, Medicine, Law, Armed Forces, Data Analytics, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, Sports, and Civil Services.
A key highlight of the event was an engaging speaker session by Prof. Dr. Giridhar Ramachandran, who addressed students and parents on the importance of self-awareness, adaptability, and long-term thinking while making career choices. His insights resonated strongly with the audience and set the tone for meaningful conversations throughout the day.
Through initiatives like Disha, Samarthya continues to bridge gaps in career awareness and provide a structured platform where students can explore diverse career pathways with clarity and confidence.
