Agartala, November 20, 2024: A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed today between the Industries and Commerce Department of Tripura and Tata Technologies Limited for the upgradation of 19 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the state. The agreement signing ceremony took place at the War Room of the Tripura Institution for Transformation in the presence of Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha.
The MoA was signed by Kiran Gitte, Secretary of the Industries and Commerce Department, and Pavan Bhageria, President of Tata Technologies. Industries and Commerce Minister Santana Chakma, Minister of State Brishaketu Debbarma, department Director Vishwasree B, and other officials from both sides were present during the event.
Speaking to the media after the ceremony, Chief Minister Dr. Saha expressed his optimism, calling it a milestone for the state. He emphasized that this initiative would modernize technical education and training facilities, introduce advanced courses, and open up wider employment opportunities for the youth.
“Tata Technologies will bring modern facilities like a product design and development center, electric vehicle training center, advanced machining and manufacturing center, 3D printers, and robotic simulation. This will encourage our youth to embrace modern technology instead of conventional methods,” the Chief Minister stated.
He further highlighted that the partnership would not only improve training quality but also provide direct employment opportunities in Tata Group institutions for trained candidates. He added that the state government and Tata Technologies would share the investment in an 86:14 ratio over the next five years.
“This collaboration will uplift the technical skills of our youth and boost industrial education in Tripura,” the Chief Minister remarked.
