The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), has announced its partnership with Research Triangle Institute (RTI) India.
The goal is to develop a comprehensive institutional capacity and skills development programme for electric mobility with a focus on public transport in Kakinada Smart City, Andhra Pradesh.
The trainings are being conducted in Pithapur Raja's Government College, Kakinada and the two technical training modules are being offered to 66 eligible candidates fulfilling the minimum educational criteria.
A press release from ASDC states that the initiative is being conducted under the UK Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) funded by the UK Government. The programme is being executed under the auspices of the Kakinada Municipal Corporation.
It includes two technical training courses: EV repair and service technician and EV charging station attendant. Arindam Lahiri, CEO, ASDC said making automotive job aspirants future-ready skilled in electric vehicle technology would optimise employment opportunities. 'It also offers an opportunity for us to enhance inclusion of women in the industry,” he added
Krithika PR, Project Manager, RTI said EV penetration was set to increase in Kakinada. “The need for skilled operators and opportunities for women has led to the formulation of two customised training courses for E3W EV mechanics and charging station operators,” she added.
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