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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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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BluSmart signs MOU with ASDC to launch ‘Project Sakhi’

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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ASDC: Driving India’s automotive skilling mission

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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Castrol India launches first-of-its-kind ‘EV readiness’ training for mechanics

Mechanics play an integral role in the automotive aftermarket. However, one of the key knowledge gaps for mechanics is the lack of sufficient training around the latest automotive technologies. Castrol, India’s leading lubricant company, has relentlessly supported the mechanic community with relevant business & social initiatives. To continue supporting mechanic upskilling, and to contribute towards […]

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ASDC and DIYguru launch nanodegree program to upskill engineering students in EV technology

Automotive Skill Development Council (ASDC) has announced the launch of its Electric Mobility Nanodegree Program with DIYguru, the online maker’s learning platform for engineers across India and Southeast Asia.   The program is specially designed for students and professionals of Engineering & Diploma background. The certification will be driven by ASDC’s blockchain-powered solution – Certif-ID, […]

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