JSW Motors Limited, the new energy vehicle (NEV) arm of the JSW Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Tata Indian Institute of Skills (Tata IIS) to create a structured technical talent pipeline ahead of the commissioning of its greenfield EV manufacturing plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The partnership marks the company’s first […]
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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 […]
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SUPRA SAEINDIA, India’s Formula Student event, is organised by SAE INDIA, an affiliate of SAE International. Following the announcement of the main competition, the second phase of SUPRA SAEINDIA 2026 will focus on structured technical programmes aimed at strengthening team preparedness and ensuring alignment with Formula Student standards. As part of this initiative, a series […]
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EKA Mobility, one of India’s fastest-growing commercial electric vehicle (EV) & technology companies, has successfully completed a two-week E-Bus Driver Skill Development Program for 20 women drivers from Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT). The initiative was supported by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) through its CSR framework and carried out by Travel Time […]
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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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In line with India’s push for clean mobility, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) unveiled a whitepaper on skilling for EV charging infrastructure at the Mercedes-Benz Sustainability Dialogue India 2025. The whitepaper, titled “EV Charging in India: Ecosystem Perspectives and Skilling Opportunities”, highlights the crucial role of charge point […]
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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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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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BluSmart, India’s first and largest full stack, fully integrated & born electric EV ride-hailing service and EV charging network, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Automotive Skill Development Council (ASDC), a skill development council for the Automotive Sector. For the first time under Project Sakhi, BluSmart and ASDC willoffer skill sets […]
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In an insightful interview with Rajesh Rajgor, Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO of VECV and President of ASDC (Automotive Skills Development Council), discusses the pioneering role of India’s first dedicated sector skills council for the automotive industry. Emphasizing collaboration and inclusivity, he sheds light on ASDC’s initiatives in bridging the skill gap, fostering innovation, and […]
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