Tata Power and Government of Tamil Nadu Launch Solar Skill Centres in ITIs

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Source: Tata Power

“By integrating industry-relevant training into the ITI ecosystem, we aim to empower our youth with future-ready skills that align with the state’s vision of becoming a frontrunner in green energy and employment initiatives.” - B. Vishnuchandran, I.A.S., Director of Employment and Training, Government of Tamil Nadu.

June 2025 : Tata Power Skill Development Institute (TPSDI), has partnered with the Directorate of Employment and Training (DET), Government of Tamil Nadu, to establish Solar Skill Centres of Excellence (SCOEs) across the state.

The partnership, marked by the signing of an MoU, will lead to the establishment of SCOEs at four Government ITIs in Pettai, Thoothukudi, Sattur, and Virudhunagar.

These centres will provide training in solar energy and related fields such as wind and green hydrogen. The partnership aims to equip youth with relevant skills for employment in the renewable energy sector and help attain sustainability in the power sector.

As a part of this collaboration, TPSDI will lead content development, training delivery, and assessments, while DET will support infrastructure and outreach through its ITI network.

The MoU was signed by Alok Prasad, Head, TPSDI, and B. Vishnuchandran, I.A.S., Director of Employment and Training, Government of Tamil Nadu, in the presence of T. Rajashekar, Additional Director, DET, and J. C. Mistry, Advisor, Tata Power.

Mr. Vishnuchandran said, “This partnership with TPSDI marks a transformative step towards strengthening the vocational training ecosystem and the renewable energy talent pool in Tamil Nadu. By integrating industry-relevant training into the ITI ecosystem, we aim to empower our youth with future-ready skills that align with the state’s vision of becoming a frontrunner in green energy and employment initiatives.”

“Through TPSDI, we are at the forefront of building a skilled green workforce in alignment with India’s clean energy and green skilling goals. Building on our partnership with the Government of Tamil Nadu, we aim to expand similar collaborations across the country to accelerate inclusive growth and support the nation’s renewable energy transition,” said Himal Tewari , CHRO, Chief - Sustainability and CSR, Tata Power.