Kakinada: In the heart of Kakinada’s Collectorate lies an engine of change called VIKASA. At its helm is Sri K. Lacharao, a man who has turned the daunting challenge of unemployment into a mission of hope. Recently elevated to Project Director, Lacharao’s journey with VIKASA is not just about administrative success; it is about the thousands of rural youth who now walk into MNCs with confidence.
Lacharao’s leadership is defined by a "zero-barrier" philosophy. In an era where job seeking often comes with hidden costs, he has institutionalized a model where recruitment is free, transparent, and strictly merit-based. From daughters of daily laborers securing roles at TCS to rural graduates joining Foxconn, his vision of "Right Job, Right Candidate" is bridging the gap between humble beginnings and global careers.
"When a youth gets a job, an entire family is uplifted," says Sri Lacharao. His dedication has earned VIKASA the reputation of being the most trusted employment bridge in Andhra Pradesh.
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Headline: VIKASA 2.0: Project Director K. Lacharao Sets Bold New Benchmarks in Workforce Placement
Kakinada: With the recent appointment of Sri K. Lacharao as Project Director, VIKASA (Society for Employment Generation) has signaled a massive scale-up in its operational goals. The organization, which already boasts a database of over 5.57 lakh aspirants, is now positioning itself as the primary talent hub for South India’s industrial corridors.
The Power of Numbers: Under Lacharao’s strategic guidance, VIKASA has achieved milestones that rival top-tier private HR firms:
● 1.54 Lakh+ Placements: Across IT, Pharma, Banking, and Manufacturing.
● Corporate Synergy: Strategic tie-ups with 1250+ companies, including HCL, Tech Mahindra, and Apollo Pharmacy.
● Women Empowerment: Over 103,000 women successfully placed in the private sector.
● Payroll Excellence: Managing accurate payroll for 8,000+ employees in MNCs and Government sectors.
Lacharao’s "Kakinada Model" of recruitment—integrating skill enhancement with direct industry interaction—is now being looked at as a blueprint for other districts. As 2026 unfolds, VIKASA’s targets are set higher: aiming to place 25,000 youth annually and expanding its NEEM (National Employability Enhancement Mission) collaborations.
