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Odisha Partners With Tata Tech To Upgrade 22 ITIs Into Centres Of Excellence

The Odisha government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tata Technologies to transform 22 state-run Industrial Training Institutes into Centres of Excellence. The Rs 779 crore project will see Tata Technologies bear 86% of the cost, focusing on advanced sectors like electric vehicles, robotics, and 3D printing. The partnership includes five years of comprehensive support for training, equipment maintenance, and job placements. Concurrently, the state exchanged three other MoUs with UNICEF, Kawasaki Robotics, and Atreya Global to further enhance skilling and create overseas employment opportunities.

Key Points: Odisha, Tata Tech Ink Rs 779 Cr MoU To Upgrade 22 ITIs

  • Rs 779 crore project cost
  • Tata Tech to fund 86%
  • Focus on EV, IoT, robotics
  • 5-year handholding support
  • Aims for global employment pathways
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Odisha govt inks MoU to upgrade 22 ITIs into centres of excellence

Odisha govt & Tata Technologies sign MoU to upgrade 22 ITIs into Centres of Excellence with Rs 779 crore investment for advanced skill training.

"Skill Development is not a peripheral welfare measure; it is a core economic strategy - Sampad Chandra Swain"

Bhubaneswar, Feb 19

The Odisha Government on Wednesday inked a memorandum of understanding with Tata Technologies to upgrade the 22 government ITIs across the state into Centres of Excellence.

According to an official statement, the total project cost of Rs 779.00 crore will be spent on the upgradation of the ITIs. The Government of Odisha will bear 14 per cent of the project cost, while Tata Technologies will contribute approximately 86 per cent, as stated in the Memorandum of Agreement.

"The upgraded ITIs will be equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories and industry-grade equipment, bringing training infrastructure at par with modern industrial standards. The Centres of Excellence will focus on high-growth and emerging sectors such as automobile, including electric vehicles, design and verification tools, 3D printing and additive manufacturing, Internet of Things (IoT), robotics and advanced manufacturing, advanced CNC and VMC machining, advanced plumbing technology, and process control and automation technology," informed the state government.

The private firm will also extend comprehensive handholding support for five years, including deployment of trainers, maintenance of equipment, and facilitation of placements to ensure strong industry linkage and sustainable outcomes.

On this occasion, three other MoUs were also exchanged. A collaboration with UNICEF will leverage the YouthHub platform to facilitate placement of over 2,000 girls through digital skilling and an outcome-based funding model.

A partnership between the World Skill Centre and Kawasaki Robotics India Pvt Ltd aims to strengthen capacity in robotics, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies, preparing youth for advanced manufacturing ecosystems.

Another MoU between the World Skill Centre and Atreya Global Pvt Limited will create structured overseas employment pathways in Germany and other European countries by integrating skilling, language training, placement facilitation, and post-placement support.

Addressing the gathering, Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain underscored that making Odisha's youth industry-ready remains a central priority of the Government. He observed that while infrastructure builds industries, it is skills that build the human capital necessary to sustain and grow them.

"Skill Development is not a peripheral welfare measure; it is a core economic strategy that will drive inclusive growth and global competitiveness," he said, adding that empowering youth with relevant and future-ready skills is essential to achieving the State's long-term development goals.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great initiative, but the real test will be execution. We've seen MoUs signed before with much fanfare, but the results on the ground are slow. The 5-year handholding support is a good clause. Focus should be on ensuring these skills actually lead to quality jobs, not just certificates.
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Rohit P
The partnership with Kawasaki Robotics and the overseas employment pathway to Germany is a game-changer! This moves beyond basic skilling to creating global opportunities. More states need to think about international market readiness for our skilled workforce.
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Sarah B
As someone who works in vocational training, I'm impressed by the focus on future-ready sectors like additive manufacturing and process automation. The inclusion of digital skilling for 2000 girls through UNICEF is also a very positive step for gender inclusion in tech.
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Vikram M
Finally, a move that gives ITI the respect it deserves! For too long, these institutes have been seen as a second choice. Turning them into Centres of Excellence with Tata's backing can change that perception. Skill development truly is core economic strategy, as the Minister said.
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Michael C
The financial split is interesting - 14% state, 86% private. This model reduces burden on the exchequer and ensures the corporate partner has skin in the game for successful outcomes. The key will be sustainable funding for maintenance and trainer salaries after the 5-year support ends.

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