PNS|Vijayawada
In a significant move to improve youth employability, the Government of Andhra Pradesh, through the Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC), has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Schneider Electric India Foundation. The agreement, signed in Amaravati in the presence of Nara Lokesh, Minister for Human Resource Development, Electronics & IT, aims to upgrade skill training infrastructure across the state.
This transformative partnership seeks to develop a future-ready workforce with skills tailored to high-demand sectors such as electronics, construction, and green energy. As part of the initiative, 20 advanced training laboratories will be set up in Government ITIs, Polytechnic Colleges, and NAC training centres between April 2024 and March 2027.
The labs will be equipped with cutting-edge tools, including electrical systems, solar energy modules, and industrial automation setups. More than 9,000 young people will be trained to industry standards, while trainers will benefit from a dedicated Training of Trainers (ToT) programme.
The Schneider Electric India Foundation will invest approximately Rs 5 crore in training equipment, digital content, consumables, and capacity-building programmes. APSSDC will provide the necessary infrastructure and mobilise student participation. Placement assistance will also be offered to facilitate a smooth transition of trainees into the workforce, The selected training institutions include four NAC Centres, nine Government ITIs, and seven Government Polytechnics spread across key districts in Andhra Pradesh.
“This partnership is a pivotal step in equipping our youth with skills essential for the green and digital economies,” said Nara Lokesh. “Modernising training infrastructure will position Andhra Pradesh as a leader in workforce readiness.”
The MoU was signed in the presence of senior officials from APSSDC and Schneider Electric, reaffirming a shared commitment to sustainable development and industry-aligned skill building.
