Passenger Cars Skill Development

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Partners with Karnataka Govt to Strengthen Vocational Education in Schools

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samagra Shikshana Karnataka (Department of School Education and Literacy), Government of Karnataka, to enhance and promote vocational education among school students in Grades 9 to 12. The partnership aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry by equipping students with practical automotive skills, fostering […]

Passenger Cars Skill Development

Mercedes-Benz India, NSDC Partner to Skill 1,000 Youth and Women for the Future of Mobility

Mercedes-Benz India, the country’s leading luxury carmaker, has entered a landmark partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to skill 1,000 youth and women in advanced automotive technologies. The initiative, launched under Mercedes-Benz India’s Corporate Social Responsibility programme, will establish world-class Skill Development Centres in Pune and Delhi-NCR to deliver globally benchmarked automotive training. […]

Components Skill Development

LIS Unnati: Empowering Mechanics, Enabling Progress

Since its inception in 1930, Lucas Indian Service Limited (LIS) has embodied the ethos of being a “service-first” company. Over the decades, LIS has evolved into a trusted partner for the entire automotive aftermarket ecosystem – including mechanics, technicians, retailers, dealers, distributors, institutional customers, and its dedicated employees. With a pan-India presence spanning all 800 […]

Appointments Skill Development

Vinkesh Gulati takes over as Chairperson of ASDC

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), the apex body for skill development in the automotive sector under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship,today announced the appointment of Mr. Vinkesh Gulati as its new chairperson. He succeeds F R Singhvi, who completed his tenure after steering the council through a period of expansion and reform. Mr. Gulati, a well-known figure […]

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ASDC Conclave 2025 puts Spotlight on Tech-Driven Skilling for Future Mobility

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) successfully hosted its 14th Annual Conclave 2025, themed “Stronger Together, Transform Tomorrow”, bringing together leaders from government, industry, and academia to deliberate on the future of skilling in the automotive sector. The event commenced with the traditional lamp lighting ceremony. F.R. Singhvi, President, ASDC, presented the Annual Update, highlighting the Council’s […]

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Signs MoU with Presidency University, Bengaluru to Launch M. Tech Program in Automotive Information Technology

: In a significant step towards promoting skill development and educational excellence, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Presidency University (PU), Bengaluru. The agreement aims to introduce a pioneering M. Tech Program in Automotive Information Technology (IT), designed to nurture industry-ready engineers capable of driving innovations in the era […]

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Wheels of Change: ASDC’s role in Skilling, Inclusion, and Innovation in India’s Auto Sector

In this detailed account compiled by Rajesh Rajgor, insights from Vinkesh Gulati, Vice President of ASDC, highlight the Council’s pivotal role in shaping India’s future-ready automotive workforce. From empowering over 4,000 women through Project Saksham to forging high-tech alliances like BEST with Bajaj Auto, ASDC is aligning skilling with industry realities. Its international tie-up with […]

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ASDC hosts Annual Partners Forum 2025: ‘Stronger Together, Transform Tomorrow’

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) successfully hosted its Annual Partners Forum 2025 at The Grand Hotel, New Delhi, bringing together over 250 leading industry stakeholders, government representatives and academic leaders. This year’s theme, “Stronger Together, Transform Tomorrow,” underscored the urgent need for collaborative action to shape the future of India’s dynamic automotive industry. The event was inaugurated […]

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ASDC Celebrates India’s Success at WorldSkills Lyon 2024

At the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, held in September, India’s representatives from the Automotive Skill Development Council (ASDC) highlighted the nation’s advancing expertise in Industry 4.0, Automobile Technology, Car Painting, and Additive Manufacturing. The team earned a Bronze medal and four Medallions of Excellence, marking India’s growing strength and skill on the global stage. […]

Passenger Cars Skill Development

Isuzu Motors India opens new Skill Development and Experience Centre in Noida

Keeping ‘Customer Delight’ as the core of service operations, Isuzu Motors India inaugurated a new ‘Isuzu Skill Development and Experience Centre’ in Noida, today. Located at sector-10, the new facility will impart world-class comprehensive training to the service personnel including service managers, advisors and technicians of growing ISUZU dealer partners in the North and other […]

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Tata Motors ‘Automotive Skill Labs’ initiative nurtures over 4000 students annually

Reaffirming its commitment to nurturing talent and creating a skilled workforce for the automotive industry, Tata Motors’ in collaboration with Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has established dedicated ‘Automotive Skill Labs’ at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs). To date, 25 labs, fully equipped with essential tools, have been set up across select JNVs in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Jharkhand, West […]

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ASDC Partners’ Forum 2024 – Driving Unity and Innovation in Auto Industry

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) successfully hosted the ASDC Partners’ Forum on July 12, 2024, at the Indian Habitat Centre, New Delhi. This significant event brought together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss the future of the automotive sector. The theme for this year, “Collaborate, Empower, Accelerate, Achieve,” emphasized ASDC’s dedication to fostering unity […]

Logistics Skill Development

Mahindra Logistics launches its first ‘Community Centre of Excellence’ for skill development

Partners with the Logistics Skill Council to establish its first training center in Bhiwandi, followed by another in Guwahati within Q1FY25 Mahindra Logistics Limited, a leading integrated logistics solutions provider, plans to launch nationwide Community Centers of Excellence (CCoE) in partnership with Logistics Skill Council, a not-for-profit organization set up by the Ministry of Skill […]

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Signs MoU with Govt of Karnataka, for Establishing Advanced Centre of Excellence

In a significant move towards fostering excellence in education and skill development, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Technical Education, Government of Karnataka. The MoU aims to establish Advanced Centres of Excellence (ACoE) in several colleges across the State and as a pilot aims to initiate […]

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Beyond Competence: Nurturing Expertise and Collaboration at BharatBenz National Skills Contest

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) has recently concluded the BharatBenz National Skills Contest 2023, an initiative that has evolved to become a pivotal force in upskilling the workforce, driving operational efficiency, and positioning the CV brand at the forefront of technological advancement. In this interview by N. Balasubramanian, Sreeram Venkateswaran, President & Chief Business Officer, […]