Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards building a future-ready workforce and reinforcing Odisha’s leadership in skill development and technical education, Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were exchanged with various strategic partners at a special ceremony held at World Skill Center here Tuesday. This collaboration will strengthen skilling, alignment with industry needs, technical education, Centres of Excellence, innovation, and employment opportunities for the state’s youth, official sources said.
Addressing the gathering, Industries and Skill Development and Technical Education Minister Sampad Chandra Swain described these agreements as significant investments in human capital. He stated that these partnerships would develop the skilled workforce required for Odisha’s expanding industrial ecosystem while providing youth with opportunities for quality training, employment, and career growth. These collaborations focus on high-growth sectors such as emerging technologies, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, robotics, semiconductors, green jobs, and automotive technology.
These MoUs will support Centres of Excellence while facilitating industry-led training, curriculum reform, trainer capacity building, knowledge exchange, apprenticeships, and placements. Learners will gain greater exposure to cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices, helping keep training aligned with market needs. This partnership places special emphasis on future skills and sustainable development. It aims to prepare the youth for emerging job opportunities while driving innovation, digital transformation, and green growth.
The collaboration will also expand opportunities for women and underprivileged communities in technical education and skilled employment. The strategic partners are 1M1B Foundation, Calderys (France), CIEL HR Services Ltd, Cloos India (Germany), Delphi-TVS Technologies Ltd, F5 India (USA), Godrej Consumer Products Ltd, Hettich Poddar Wood Working Institute, iFOREST, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Pvt Ltd, OASME, Semantics, Siksha O Anusandhan University, THK India (Japan) and Utkal University.
