Maruti Suzuki India Limited has set up an Advanced Manufacturing Lab (AML) at Government ITI Hassangarh in Rohtak, Haryana, giving students hands-on training in real automobile manufacturing processes. Around 200 students are expected to be trained at the lab in its first year. The lab replicates a shop-floor environment and offers practical training in assembly, […]
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has strengthened its skill development initiatives with the establishment of a Smart Factory Lab at Government Polytechnic College in Lucknow, further advancing industry-academia collaboration and supporting the creation of a future-ready workforce. The initiative, launched under the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, is expected to provide training to around 400 students during its inaugural year. The Smart Factory Lab has been […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has expanded its technical education and skill development initiatives with the launch of two new Toyota Technical Education Program (T-TEP) centres in Tamil Nadu under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme for FY2025–26. The new centres, established at Sri Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya in Coimbatore and Thanapandiyan Polytechnic College in Madurai, are aimed […]
SUPRA SAEINDIA 2026, the flagship Formula Student competition organised by SAEINDIA, has entered its final four-month countdown, with participating teams moving from the design and simulation stage into full-scale vehicle fabrication and development. Now in its 13th edition, the event continues to attract strong engagement from across India’s automotive and mobility ecosystem, including OEMs, component manufacturers, […]
The collaboration is expected to benefit students across electrical, mechanical and allied engineering disciplines, while further strengthening Ather Energy’s long-standing engagement with SRMIST. SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, has joined hands with Ather Energy in a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at integrating electric mobility into the academic ecosystem. The collaboration was formalised through […]
Michelin, in partnership with the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), has concluded the convocation ceremonies for Project Vahaan and Project EV Shiksha in Pune, marking a key milestone in industry-led skill development for India’s evolving mobility sector. The initiatives aim to address the growing demand for skilled drivers and electric vehicle technicians while improving employability […]
In a significant move to promote gender inclusion in India’s construction sector, SANY India has facilitated the first-ever all-women batch of excavator operators at the National Academy of Construction (NAC) in Andhra Pradesh. The pioneering group of 22 women trainees successfully completed their certification in March 2026, coinciding with International Women’s Day and highlighting the […]
This is the first of several Competency Centres BITS Pilani will launch in 2026, with Bangalore and Pune set to follow — each focused on emerging technologies that match India’s industrial priorities. Thousands of engineers trained on traditional automotive systems now need to be rapidly reskilled for an entirely new era. From fresh graduates to […]
Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) inaugurated its stall at Automechanika 2026 on Friday, 6 February, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Located at Stall N70 in Hall 2, the inauguration marked another step in ASDC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen automotive skilling across the automotive and aftermarket industry. The stall showcases ASDC’s key initiatives, apprenticeship and upskilling programs, […]
Classic Legends has taken a major step toward strengthening its technical capabilities and aftersales ecosystem with the inauguration of its Advanced National Training Centre at the Pithampur plant in Indore. The new facility reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to building future-ready talent and delivering a consistent, high-quality ownership experience across its brands—JAWA, Yezdi and BSA. […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) marked its presence at the Advantage Maharashtra Expo 2026, underlining its long-term commitment to sustainable mobility, responsible manufacturing and youth empowerment through skilling initiatives in Maharashtra. Toyota’s participation at the Expo highlighted the role of Flex-fuel Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicle (SHEV) technology as part of India’s evolving energy transition and carbon […]
Returning for its second year at the India Automotive Garage Expo, CarsOnly Services has quickly established itself as a leading name in automotive diagnostics and programming training across South India. According to Raghu, Director, CarsOnly Services Pvt. Ltd. the strong footfall at their stall reflects the rising demand for specialised skills in ECM, electronics, and […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has been awarded two top honours at the Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025 for its outstanding contribution to skill development in India. The company received the Kaushalya Karnataka Corporate Excellence Award in Skilling (Large Industries Category) and the Kaushalya Karnataka Award for Best Institution in Skill Competitions, awarded to its flagship Toyota […]
By T. Murrali The Tamil Nadu government has expressed strong support for creating a dedicated auto dealership cluster or “Auto Row” on the outskirts of Chennai, aimed at reducing high retail real-estate costs within the city. The idea is to bring dealerships together in a shared ecosystem where resources, workshops, and even knowledge can be […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced that 100 young trainees from India will travel to Japan to participate in Toyota Motor Corporation’s Global Skill-Up Training (GST) program, reinforcing the company’s commitment to developing globally competitive talent. The initiative aligns with the Government of India’s Skill India Mission and the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP), a […]