Conjoined twins, 19, abandoned by parents at birth clinch their first job after leaving school – with two salaries

NINETEEN-YEAR-OLD conjoined twins who were abandoned by their parents at birth have landed their first job — with two salaries.

The twins had been abandoned as babies and were living at a shelter for children from impoverished families.

The government-owned Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) offered them a job as electricians where they will each be paid about £100 per month.

From a young age, they loved fixing things and would try to mend any broken appliances at their shelter.

The twins earned a diploma in electronics.

In their new role they will be working in the supply control room where they will look after electrical appliances.

Speaking to the Independent, the twins said: “We are thankful to the Punjab government for recognising our talent.”

Officials at the power company were impressed with the twins after they visited a training site and demonstrated a keen interest in electrics.