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25, Apr 2025
AHPI Delhi Chapter Holds First 2025–27 Executive Committee Meeting at BLK-Max Hospital

New Delhi, 25 April 2025 – On 19th April 2025, the Delhi Chapter of the Association of Healthcare Providers (India) (AHPI) convened its first Executive Committee meeting for the term 2025–27 at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital. The session marked the formal induction of the newly appointed leadership team and set the tone for a year of proactive healthcare collaboration, advocacy, and innovation in the capital region.

The meeting was presided over by Dr. Mradul Kaushik, who now serves as the President of the Delhi Chapter. He was joined by Mr. Mahipal Bhanot and Dr. Ajay Bedi, both of whom take on the role of Vice President. Dr. Narin Sehgal has assumed responsibilities as Secretary, with Dr. Gopal Sharma and Mrs. Jeena Jose stepping in as Joint Secretaries. The committee also welcomed a distinguished panel of Advisors, including Dr. C M Bhagat, Dr. Girish Tyagi, Dr. George, and Dr. KK Sethi, all of whom bring decades of experience and thought leadership in healthcare administration and policy.

In this inaugural meeting, the Executive Committee held extensive discussions on the direction and priorities for the year ahead. Five subcommittees were established during the meeting to address the following areas: health insurance, empanelment, training and capacity building, medico-legal and regulatory compliance, and community engagement and media management.

Speaking at the meeting, Dr. Mradul Kaushik, President of the AHPI Delhi Chapter, said, “This committee represents a collective commitment to healthcare excellence. As we step into this new term, our goal is to work shoulder-to-shoulder with all stakeholders—be it hospitals including smaller hospitals, policymakers, or healthcare workers on the ground—to address challenges, share best practices, and advocate for patient-centric reforms. Together, we can create a stronger, more inclusive healthcare ecosystem for Delhi and beyond.”

The meeting concluded with a unified pledge by all members to drive forward AHPI’s core mission of educating, advocating, and partnering to elevate healthcare standards across the region. The Delhi Chapter looks forward to engaging with institutions and communities in its journey to shape a more resilient and responsive healthcare system.

25, Apr 2025
Signature Global Secures ISO Certification for Risk Management Excellence

New Delhi, April 25, 2025: Signature Global (India) Limited, one of India’s leading real estate developers, has announced that it has received the prestigious ISO 31000:2018 certification for risk management. This global recognition highlights the company’s steadfast commitment to adopting best-in-class international practices and ensuring a structured, proactive, and effective approach to risk identification, assessment, and mitigation across all facets of its operations.

Mr. Lalit Aggarwal, Co-Founder & Vice Chairman of Signature Global (India) Ltd.

ISO 31000:2018 is a globally accepted standard that guides organizations in identifying potential risks, analyzing their implications, and implementing effective mitigation strategies. By attaining this certification, Signature Global has demonstrated that it has built a comprehensive and integrated risk management framework. This framework is implemented across all key departments at Signature Global—including Development and Construction, Legal, Sales, Marketing, Business Development, CRM, Facility, IT, HR, Finance, Operations, and other support functions—ensuring a unified and forward-looking approach to managing risk at every level of the organization.

 Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Lalit Aggarwal, Co-Founder & Vice Chairman of Signature Global (India) Ltd., said: “At Signature Global, we strive to uphold the highest standards for the benefit of all our stakeholders. Earning the ISO 31000:2018 certification is yet another key milestone in our journey. It reflects our commitment to building a resilient and future-ready organization and drives us to continually raise the bar in the real estate sector. Risk management isn’t just a best practice—it’s a responsibility we take seriously as a forward-thinking company.”

 This new certification adds to Signature Global’s impressive list of ISO accreditations, which includes ISO 27001 for information security management, ISO 9001:2015 for quality management, ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management, and ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety.

With the ISO 31000:2018 certification, Signature Global further strengthens its reputation as a responsible and visionary industry leader—committed to managing risks efficiently while upholding excellence across all areas of its operations.

 As the company continues to grow and expand, it remains deeply focused on maintaining robust risk management practices that safeguard its projects, its people, and its promise of long-term value to stakeholders.

25, Apr 2025
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Launches Road Safety Awareness Campaign in New Delhi

New Delhi, 25th April 2025: In line with its nationwide effort to promote safer riding habits, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) conducted an interactive road safety awareness campaign at K.R. Mangalam World School in New Delhi. The initiative drew active participation from over 2100 students and staff members, aimed at making road safety education more accessible, practical and relatable to young road users.

 

Engaging with the youth helps create a ripple effect, influencing family members and communities to also adopt safer riding practices. The campaign was designed to build awareness among young individuals about everyday traffic situations through immersive and engaging learning formats.  Activities such as danger prediction training, quizzes, games, helmet awareness activities and more, encouraged the participants to think critically about their responsibility on the road, understand the key road safety principles and apply them in real-life situations.

The team at K.R. Mangalam World School provided active support to enable smooth coordination, ensuring meaningful engagement of the participants for all the sessions. The energy and enthusiasm of the students and staff members strengthened the impact of this initiative, helping spread awareness within the broader community.

HMSI continues to expand its road safety efforts across India by connecting directly with young audiences in schools and colleges. The campaign in New Delhi is one of the many being held across the country, as the company strives to create a safer riding environment, empowering more people with essential knowledge on road safety measures and making road safety a shared responsibility.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India’s CSR commitment towards Road Safety:

In 2021, Honda announced its global vision statement for the year 2050 where it will strive for zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles. In India HMSI is working in line with this vision and the Government of India direction of reducing fatalities to half by 2030.

One critical aspect of achieving this goal is developing a positive mindset towards road safety in our children by the year 2030 and continuing to educate them thereafter. Road safety education at schools and colleges is not only to create awareness but to introduce a safety culture in young minds and transform them to be the road safety ambassadors. It empowers future generations to become responsible and significantly contribute to a safer society.

HMSI wants to be a company that Society wants to exist and is strongly focusing on spreading Road safety awareness to all sections of society with unique ideas catering to each segment from school kids to corporates and society at large.

HMSI’s set of skilled safety instructors conduct daily programs at our 10 adopted traffic training parks (TTP) across India and 6 Safety Driving Education Centers (SDEC) to make road safety education accessible to every part of society, and the initiative has already reached over 97 lakh Indians. HMSI’s National Road Safety Awareness program made learning fun yet scientific through:

SCIENTIFICALLY DEVISED LEARNING MODULE: Honda’s skilled instructors set the foundation with theory sessions on road signs & markings, driver’s duties on road, riding gear & posture explanation and safe riding etiquettes.

  1. PRACTICAL LEARNING: A special training activity on Honda’s virtual riding simulator was executed for all to experience over 100 possible dangers on road before actual riding.
  2. INTERACTIVE SESSION: Participants were given danger prediction training known as Kiken Yosoku Training (KYT) which helps in enhancing rider/driver’s sensitivity to danger and ensures safe driving behaviour on roads.
  3. EXISTING DRIVERS HONING RIDING SKILLS: Students & school staff members who are already existing riders tested & honed their riding skills through slow riding activities and riding on narrow planks.
25, Apr 2025
Air India Achieves GDP Certification for Cargo, Elevating Pharma Logistics

Chandigarh 25 April 2025: Air India, India’s leading global airline, has been awarded the Good Distribution Practices (GDP) certification for its Cargo business, reinforcing its commitment to delivering world-class logistics solutions for pharmaceutical products.

Air India is the first and only Indian carrier, and among a few in Asia, to have achieved this global standard for excellence in handling, storage, and transportation of time and temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments.

The GDP certification validates Air India’s compliance with international guidelines for the safe and secure distribution of pharmaceuticals. In the financial year 2024-25, Air India transported over 4,000 tonnes of pharmaceuticals across the globe.

“India is one of the world’s key exporters of pharmaceutical products, demanding specialised logistics and precision for their transportation to other parts of the world. This certification provides a shot in the arm to our expertise and capabilities in this specialised space of logistics, assuring partners globally that we are fully equipped to safeguard the integrity of every shipment,” said Ramesh Mamidala, Head of Cargo, Air India.

In its domestic route network, Air India’s GDP-certified stations include major cargo hubs in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Indore, and Goa. Internationally, the certificate covers major gateways like New York (JFK), Newark (EWR), Chicago, London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Paris, and Amsterdam – ensuring seamless connectivity for pharmaceutical shipments both within India and globally.

Strengthening its ability to transport vaccines, biologics, and other high-value medical goods, Air India has made significant investments in enhancing its pharmaceutical handling capabilities, including:

  • Partnering with GDP or CEIV-certified Cargo Terminal Operators at key airports
  • Joining hands with container solution providers offering both active and passive temperature-controlled solutions
  • Specialised trainings for cargo staff on IATA’s Temperature Control Regulations (TCR)
  • Procurement of essential equipment and tools such as thermal blankets and the introduction of a cool dolly at Delhi airport to minimise temperature deviations
  • Robust Quality Systems: End-to-end documentation and monitoring processes to guarantee traceability and compliance with global standards.

Air India’s GDP certification was awarded following a rigorous audit that included checks for quality manuals for pharmaceuticals, temperature-controlled warehouse and equipment, change control systems, documentation systems and processes, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) protocols, hygiene, safety and environment, as well as several assessments for risks and deviation management, etc.

With a fast-modernising fleet and expanding global connectivity, Air India is poised to meet the evolving needs of the pharmaceutical sector while contributing to India’s ambition to become a leading air cargo hub.

25, Apr 2025
Adfluence Hub: Enabling data led influencer marketing solutions for brands/agencies

New Delhi, With the world shifting to a digital first space, successful marketing campaigns demand strategies and insights backed by data and this is where Adfluence steps in. Adfluence is an influencer marketing platform that supports brands by enabling them to make decisions backed by data at every stage of their influencer marketing journey. It simplifies campaign planning and tracking while giving valuable insights into industry trends and competitor strategies so as to create more effective marketing plans.

The platform offers a comprehensive suite of features, guiding brands through every stage of an influencer campaign. As a platform, it is your one stop destination for all your influencer marketing needs including SOV of your brand, competitor influencer strategy analysis and insights.  Adfluence Hub’s AI-powered video quality control (QC) ensures that content is interesting enough to keep viewers engaged while also assisting in maintaining brand consistency. Its data analytics features offer insightful information on campaign performance, audience engagement, and overall impact which in turn helps you scale efficiently.

“At Adfluence Hub, we bridge the gap between creativity and data-driven marketing,” said Amev Burman, Co-founder, Adfluence Hub. “Our platform enables brands to connect with their audiences more effectively, making influencer marketing seamless and effective.”

Adfluence Hub goes way beyond the realm of influencer discovery, while it is  just a small part of what we do, our true potential lies in providing data backed insights at the Industry, Product and Influencer level. By researching market competition and presenting trend based analysis, we empower brands to make a well-informed decision rather than offering just a hit and trial approach. With the help of our platform, companies can work with creators that genuinely understand and share their values and target demographic.This increases the campaigns’ efficacy and helps in channelising a marketer’s focus on building enduring relationships rather than managing complex initiatives.

Adfluence Hub’s Managed Services for the platform provide comprehensive, end-to-end support for brands in planning and executing successful campaigns.

For influencers, Adfluence Hub is an opportunity to partner with top brands and create impactful content hassle-free. With an intuitive interface and powerful features, it is the go-to resource for both influencers and marketing professionals.

Adfluence Hub empowers businesses of all sizes, whether established brands or emerging startups, to navigate the evolving digital landscape with confidence and success.

25, Apr 2025
IEX Reports Audited Financial Results for FY and Q4 Ending March 31, 2025

Mumbai, THURSDAY, 25 APRIL 2025: Key highlights of the audited financial results for the financial year and fourth quarter ending March 31, 2025, as declared by the Company on 24th April 2025, are listed below:

FY’25

  • Highest ever traded electricity volume of 121 BUs in FY’25, increase of 18.7% YoY
  • 178 lac RECs traded during FY’25, increase of 136.3%. Highest ever RECs traded in a financial year.
  • Consolidated Revenue in FY’25 increased 19.3% YoY to INR 657.4 Cr from INR 550.8 Cr in FY’24
  • Consolidated PAT in FY’25 increased 22.3% YoY to INR 429.2 Cr from INR 350.8 Cr in FY’24
  • For FY’25 Standalone PAT increased 21.4% to Rs.414.6 Cr. from Rs. 341.4 Cr in FY’24.

Q4FY’25

  • Highest ever quarterly traded electricity volume of 31.7 BU in Q4FY’25, increase of 18.1% YoY
  • 68 lac RECs traded during Q4FY’25, increase of 108%. Highest ever RECs traded in a quarter
  • Consolidated Revenue in Q4FY’25 increased 17.0% YoY to INR 174.6 Cr from INR 149.3 Cr in Q4 FY’24.
  • Consolidated PAT in Q4FY’25 increased 21.1% YoY to INR 117.1 Cr from INR 96.7 Cr in Q4 FY’24.
  • Standalone PAT in Q4 FY’25 increased 17.8% to INR 112 Cr from INR 95.1 Cr in Q4 FY’24.

POWER SECTOR UPDATE

On the power sector front, according to government data, India’s electricity consumption in FY’25 reached 1,694 BUs, representing a 4.4% increase on a year-on-year basis. Given the increase in demand, the Ministry of Power took proactive measures throughout the year to enhance power supply like extending the directive for imported coal-based power plants to operate at full capacity, sale of surplus un-requisitioned power on power exchanges, ensuring the availability of gas-based plants and higher availability of generating units to meet peak demand.

On the fuel side, during FY’25, India’s coal production increased by 5%YoY to reach around 1,048 million tonnes and coal dispatch to the power sector increased by 5.9% YoY to 843 million tonnes. The coal premium under Shakti B8 action has come down to around 10%. Coal inventory on 31st March 2025 stood at nearly 23 days, the highest since 2021.

Overall, the fuel situation has remained stable throughout FY’25. This improved supply scenario resulted in increased sell liquidity at IEX, despite an increase in the country’s energy demand in FY’25. The sell liquidity in the DAM segment increased by 36% on a year-on-year basis, thereby keeping power prices competitive on the exchange. For FY25, the market clearing price in the Day Ahead Market was at Rs. 4.47/unit, as compared to Rs 5.24/unit in FY’24, marking a decline of 14.7% YoY.

On the gas market front, IGX traded highest ever gas volumes of 60 million MMBtu in FY’25, a growth of 47% YoY. The profit after tax for IGX increased 34.3% from INR 23 crores in FY’24 to INR 31 crores in FY’25.

In Q4FY’25, IGX traded a total volume of 20.2 million MMBtu as compared to 8.7 million MMBtu in Q4FY’24, a growth of 132% YoY. The profit after tax for IGX for Q4FY’25 came in at INR 8.9 Cr, compared with INR 4.4 Cr in Q4 FY’24, a growth of 102.9% YoY.

During FY’25, our wholly owned subsidiary International Carbon Exchange (ICX) became accredited as India’s first International Renewable Energy Certificate (I-REC) issuer. Over the last 7 months, a total of 59.27 lakh I-RECs were issued by ICX.

For FY’25 ICX made revenues of INR 3.41 crores compared with INR 32 lakh at the end of FY’24, a growth of 964% YoY.

25, Apr 2025
Ather Energy Limited: IPO Opens on Monday, April 28, 2025

Chandigarh, April 25, 2025: Ather Energy Limited proposes to open an initial public offering  of its equity shares of face value of ₹1 each (“Equity Shares”) on Monday, April 28, 2025. The Anchor Investor Bidding Date is one Working Day prior to Bid/Offer Opening Date, being Friday, April 25, 2025. The Bid/ Offer Closing Date is Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

The Price Band of the Offer has been fixed from ₹ 304 per Equity Share to ₹ 321 per Equity Share. Bids can be made for a minimum of 46 Equity Shares and multiples of 46 Equity Shares thereafter.

The initial public offering comprises a Fresh Issue of Equity Shares aggregating up to ₹26,260 million (the “Fresh Issue”) and an Offer for Sale of up to 11,051,746 Equity Shares by the Selling Shareholders comprising up to 980,000 equity shares by Tarun Sanjay Mehta, up to 980,000 equity shares by Swapnil Babanlal Jain (together the “Promoter Selling Shareholders”), up to 6,003,460 equity shares by Caladium Investment Pte Ltd, up to 2,634,514 equity shares by National Investment and Infrastructure Fund II, up to 400,000 equity shares by Internet Fund III Pte. Ltd., up to 31,050 equity shares by IITM Incubation Cell, up to 4,191 equity shares by IITMS Rural Technology and Business Incubator (together the “Corporate Selling Shareholders”) and up to 18,531 equity shares by Amit Bhatia ( “Individual Selling Shareholder”)

The Offer includes a reservation of up to 100,000 Equity Shares of face value of ₹1 each, for subscription by Eligible Employees (the “Employee Reservation Portion”). The Offer less the Employee Reservation Portion is hereinafter referred to as the “Net Offer”. A discount of ₹ 30 per Equity Share is being offered to Eligible Employees bidding in the Employee Reservation Portion (“Employee Discount”).

The Offer is being made in terms of Rule 19(2)(b) of the SCRR read with Regulation 31 of the SEBI ICDR Regulations. The Offer is being made through the Book Building Process in accordance with Regulation 6(2) of the SEBI ICDR Regulations wherein in terms of Regulation 32(2) of the SEBI ICDR Regulations, not less than 75% of the Net Offer shall be available for allocation on a proportionate basis to Qualified Institutional Buyers (“QIBs”, and such portion, the “QIB Portion”) provided that our Company in consultation with the BRLMs, may allocate up to 60% of the QIB Portion to Anchor Investors on a discretionary basis in accordance with the SEBI ICDR Regulations, of which at least one-third shall be available for allocation to domestic Mutual Funds, subject to valid Bids being received from domestic Mutual Funds at or above the Anchor Investor Allocation Price.

In the event of under-subscription or non-allocation in the Anchor Investor Portion, the balance Equity Shares shall be added to the Net QIB Portion.

Further, 5% of the Net QIB Portion shall be available for allocation on a proportionate basis only to Mutual Funds and the remainder of the Net QIB Portion shall be available for allocation on a proportionate basis to all QIB Bidders (other than Anchor Investors) including Mutual Funds, subject to valid Bids being received at or above the Offer Price.

However, if the aggregate demand from Mutual Funds is less than 5% of the QIB Portion, the balance Equity Shares available for allocation in the Mutual Fund Portion will be added to the remaining QIB Portion for proportionate allocation to QIBs.

Further, not more than 15% of the Net Offer shall be available for allocation to Non-Institutional Bidders out of which (a) one-third of such portion shall be reserved for applicants with application size of more than ₹200,000 and up to ₹1,000,000; and (b) two-third of such portion shall be reserved for applicants with application size of more than ₹1,000,000 provided that the unsubscribed portion in either of such sub-categories may be allocated to applicants in the other sub-category of Non-Institutional Bidders and not more than 10% of the Net Offer shall be available for allocation to RIIs in accordance with the SEBI ICDR Regulations, subject to valid Bids being received from them at or above the Offer Price.

All potential Bidders (except Anchor Investors) are required to mandatorily utilise the Application Supported by Blocked Amount (“ASBA”) process by providing details of their respective bank accounts (including UPI ID for UPI Bidders using UPI Mechanism) in which the Bid Amount will be blocked by the SCSBs or the Sponsor Banks, as applicable, to participate in the Offer. Anchor Investors are not permitted to participate in the Anchor Investor Portion of the Offer through the ASBA process.

The Equity Shares of the Company are proposed to be listed on BSE Limited (“BSE“) and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (“NSE”) (the “Stock Exchanges”).  Axis Capital Limited, HSBC Securities and Capital Markets (India) Private Limited, JM Financial Limited and Nomura Financial Advisory and Securities (India) Private Limited are the Book Running Lead Managers (“BRLMs”) to the Offer.

25, Apr 2025
IndiaFirst Life Insurance Backs Indian-Born Kenyan Cricketer Pushkar Sharma

Mumbai, 25  April 2025: IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Ltd (IndiaFirst Life), continues to support its former employee and Kenyan international cricketer – Pushkar Sharma. The private life insurance company is one of the first organisations to have noticed Pushkar’s talent when he was employed with them. In alignment with their culture of caring for employees, they supported his decision to become a professional cricketer.

Sunder Natarajan, Chief Human Resources Officer, IndiaFirst Life said, “We are immensely proud of Pushkar Sharma. Supporting our employees’ dreams is at the heart of our company and seeing Pushkar excel internationally is a testament to this. His journey from our organization to the global cricket stage is inspiring. We’ll continue to cheer for him as he brings glory to Kenya and popularises cricket in Africa.”

Pushkar Sharma said, “I am grateful to IndiaFirst Life for their unwavering support and belief in my aspirations. Their nurturing environment and #EmployeeFirst culture have been pivotal in my journey. Their sponsorship and mentorship helped me overcome challenges and pursue my passion full-time. With IndiaFirst Life’s ongoing assistance, I am confident in contributing to Kenya’s cricketing history and promoting the sport across Africa. The continent has immense potential, and I aim to inspire the next generation of young cricketers.”

The Indian-born all-rounder made vital contributions for Kenya during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Challenge League 2024. The tournament serves as a pathway for qualification to the 2027 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup. He scored his maiden fifty against Denmark, making 60 runs off 75 balls, and followed that performance with 50 runs from 45 balls against Kuwait. Finishing as Kenya’s second top scorer and fifth overall in the league, Pushkar accumulated 195 runs in 5 matches, averaging 39.00.

Pushkar is expected to be a key player for Kenya when the African nation competes in the second round of the ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League A, scheduled to be played in Jersey in August this year.

25, Apr 2025
Inflexion Group Partners with AI and Beyond to Boost AI Literacy for ABM Professionals

National, 25 April 2025: Inflexion Group is pleased to announce an exciting strategic partnership with AI&Beyond, a pioneering AI literacy start-up co-founded by technology veteran Jaspreet Bindra and AI & cybersecurity expert Anuj Magazine. This partnership aims to deliver specialised AI literacy training, focusing particularly on generative AI, to account-based marketing (ABM) practitioners across Inflexion Group’s global client base.

As artificial intelligence continues to dramatically reshape the business landscape, ABM professionals increasingly need to confidently and ethically incorporate AI tools into their work. Through this dynamic collaboration, Inflexion Group and AI&Beyond will jointly deliver targeted training programmes, including the acclaimed Generative AI Bootcamp, Ethics Bootcamp, and AI Fluency workshops, specifically tailored to meet the needs of ABM teams.

Delivered as part of Inflexion’s ABM AcademyTM, the innovative AI in ABM Bootcamp is designed to equip marketing professionals with practical AI skills that directly enhance their daily effectiveness, strategic insight, and creative outputs. Delivered virtually across two engaging two-hour sessions plus guided self-study, the bootcamp offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools integrated seamlessly within Inflexion Group’s proven ABM framework.

By the end of this class, participants will be able to:

  • Summarise the foundational skills that are the building blocks of AI proficiency.
  • Define how to navigate the AI landscape safely and ethically.
  • Describe how to integrate AI seamlessly into key ABM workflows.
  • Apply AI tools in real-world situations through the ABM process.

Bev Burgess, CEO and Co-founder of Inflexion Group, highlights the strategic importance of the partnership:

“Our collaboration with AI&Beyond ensures that our clients — and our own team — gain essential AI competencies that align with our commitment to innovation and ethical practice. We’re dedicated to helping marketing professionals use AI confidently and responsibly, significantly improving the impact of their ABM programmes.”

Jaspreet Bindra, Co-founder of AI&Beyond, emphasised:

“At AI&Beyond, we believe that AI is no longer a distant future — it is a reality that is transforming the way we work, think, and create. AI literacy should be as fundamental as reading, writing, and arithmetic, especially in industries undergoing rapid AI-driven transformations. AI literacy is no longer optional; it is essential, particularly in areas like ABM where precision, creativity, and personalised engagement are crucial. We are thrilled to partner with Inflexion Group to help marketing professionals harness AI’s full potential, responsibly and effectively.”

This partnership underscores Inflexion Group’s vision of proactively supporting clients in navigating rapid technological advancements, emphasising practical and ethical applications of AI to drive measurable business success.

25, Apr 2025
Toyota Camdir and Arunachal Government Launch 68th TTEP at ITI Roing

Roing, 25 April 2025: Continuing its commitment to the nation’s ‘Skill India’ and ‘Make in India’ missions Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) in collaboration with the Skill Development & Entrepreneurship department instituted its 68th Toyota Technical Education Program (T-TEP) and the “Scholarship program for Technical Education and Recognition” [STAR] initiative under T-TEP at Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Roing, Arunachal Pradesh.

Hon’ble Minister for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri. Nyato Dukam launched the T-TEP by inaugurating the state-of-the-art automotive training facility and launching the scholarship program today. The initiative aims to equip students, particularly from rural and under-served communities – with job-ready technical skills in the automotive domain. Commissioner Skill Development, Shri. Saugat Biswas; Smti. Soumya Saurabh – Deputy Commissioner, Lower Dibang Valley, Shri. Sibo Passing – Director, SDE, Shri. Ringu Ngupok – Superintendent of Police, Roing, Shri R C Dutta – Principal Government ITI Roing, Country Head and Executive Vice President Shri. Vikram Gulati, Toyota Kirloskar Motor were present on the occasion.

T-TEP is a comprehensive, year-long training program tailored for final-year ITI and diploma students, combining in-depth classroom learning with On-the-Job Training (OJT) at Toyota dealerships. This dual approach ensures students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical exposure to the latest in automotive service technologies. At ITI Roing, the program will focus on the General Technician Category, specifically catering to students in the Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) and Diesel Mechanic trades.

Complementing this initiative is the STAR Scholarship Program, under T-TEP, introduced by TKM to support meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in pursuing technical education. Eligible students can receive scholarships of up to ₹51,000 per year, covering hostel fees, educational expenses, and family support—allowing them to focus on their learning without financial burden.

Established in 1971, Government ITI Roing is the oldest technical institute in Arunachal Pradesh operated under the Department of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship. The partnership with TKM marks a new chapter in its journey toward becoming a hub of high-quality vocational training in the region.

Camdir Toyota, a key partner in this endeavour, shares equal ownership in the T-TEP Roing initiative and is also contributing to the STAR Scholarship Program, reinforcing its commitment to community development and youth empowerment in the region.

Nationally, T-TEP has trained over 13,000 students, with more than 70% successfully placed across the automotive sector. T-TEP Roing’s workshop has been structurally remodelled, along with training aids from conventional engine, automobile components and multiple simulators which includes Toyota’s latest Hybrid technology. The newly inaugurated facility features a fully equipped workshop, modern classrooms, and trained faculty. The first batch includes 20 students, guided by two instructors, with three students selected as STAR Scholars based on academic performance and potential.

Hon’ble Minister Shri. Nyato Dukam on the occasion expressed his appreciation to the department for having partnered with Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Camdir Toyota and bringing the T-TEP Activity to Arunachal Pradesh. “This program brings global standards of training, industry exposure, and career opportunities closer to our students—many of whom come from remote areas of Arunachal Pradesh. The STAR Scholarship program, introduced under T-TEP, further strengthens this support by easing the financial burden on deserving students and enabling them to focus entirely on their learning journey. We believe this initiative will serve as a model for industry-academia partnerships and inspire many more such efforts to uplift skill education across the region. We are thankful to Toyota for their vision and commitment to empowering the youth of the North-East” he added.

While appreciating the speed of execution of the Project by Toyota and Camdir Toyota, Commissioner, Skill Development Shri. Saugat Biswas also highlighted the future plans of the department to expand the program to other ITIs. Biswas further informed that the department is collaborating with various top of the line companies in addition to Toyota such as Tata, L&T, Honda, NHPC to bring in collaboration in skilling and technology partnership for enhancing sustainable employment from Arunachal Pradesh. “We will also send the Principals of the ITIs and senior faculty members of ITIs to Toyota Plant in Bangalore soon for capacity building & exposure” he added.  

Speaking at the event, Mr. Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice President – Corporate Affairs and Governance – Toyota Kirloskar Motor said “Toyota Kirloskar Motor has long recognised that true progress lies in inclusive growth—where every region, every community, and every individual has the opportunity to thrive. The launch of the T-TEP facility at ITI Roing marks another meaningful step in that direction. This initiative is not just about automotive skills; it’s about building aspirations, enabling self-reliance, and preparing young minds for a future shaped by innovation and mobility. Through such efforts, we hope to create a lasting impact—one where industry-academia partnerships serve as a foundation for empowering youth, uplifting local economies, and strengthening the skilled workforce that will drive India’s future.”

Speaking on the occasion, Shri. Teli Tada, Dealership Principal of Camdir Toyota said “At Camdir Toyota, we have always believed in the power of education and opportunity to transform communities. The North-East region, and Arunachal Pradesh in particular, is brimming with young talent that often lacks access to industry-relevant training.

Through this initiative, we aim to bridge that gap by nurturing practical skills and opening pathways for meaningful employment. We remain deeply committed to supporting this mission, both through infrastructure and scholarship support, and ensuring the success of every student who walks through the doors of this facility.”

TKM has consistently championed skill development through initiatives like the Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI) and T-TEP. These programs are designed to bridge the industry-academia gap by delivering practical, future-ready training to young talent, especially from underserved regions. Theses initiative reflects TKM’s ongoing efforts to contribute to the Government of India’s ‘Skill India’ and ‘Make in India’ missions and create a robust, future-ready workforce across the nation.