By Firstdespatch Desk Nov 20, 2024
Agartala, Nov 20 (FD) The department of Industries & Commerce and Tata Technologies (TTL) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding for up gradation of 19 Industrial Training Institutes (ITI) in Tripura in presence of Chief Minister Manik Saha.
“This agreement is set to embark on a transformative journey to upgrade 19 ITIs across the State. This initiative aims to bridge the skills gap in emerging technology sectors by modernizing training facilities, introducing advanced courses, and significantly enhancing the employability of ITI graduates”, Saha told reporters.
The signing event was held in presence of the Chief Minister and Industries & Commerce Minister, Shantana Chakma.
The project will cost Rs. 683.278 crores, with an 86:14 funding ratio between TTL and the Government of Tripura. When the TTL will fund Rs. 570, 40, 04,744, the state Government’s share would be Rs. 112,87,75,256
The government will invest Rs. 109.06 crores to build advanced centres spanning 13,500 sq feet accommodating state-of-the-art equipment.
The agreement reads, TTL will assist in establishment of a placement cell, on lines like i
nstitutes of national repute, which is student led and guided by the dedicated trainers towards establishing industry connect from the beginning of the academic year.
TTL will assist in 100% placement of Trainees after successful completion of training, by providing available Job opportunities through its industry Connect.
This landmark partnership with Tata Technologies reflects Tripura's commitment to fostering innovation, skill development, and industrial growth.
It is expected that with the formulation of new course design and the students receiving trainings of new technologies different industries would be interested to recruit them. FD JK