ASDC: ASDC to introduce new certified courses to enhance automotive skills

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), India’s first sector skills council recently held its Annual Conclave 2023 at The Grand Hotel in New Delhi. The event focused on the need for massive reskilling of employees in the automotive sector, as it undergoes a mega transition towards electric mobility.
Centred around the theme – ‘Skilling – The Future Together’, the ASDC Annual Conclave 2023 saw the convergence of government and industry officials, including CEOs and representatives from both Indian and global automobile manufacturers. The panel discussions revolved around the necessity for organisations to embrace digitisation and reinvent practices. Panel members emphasised the importance of clear strategy, strong leadership, and collaborative skills as essential tools for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the automotive sector.
Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC underscored the importance of skill development in the changing automotive landscape. He highlighted the role of electric vehicles (EVs) and other technological advancements, emphasising the need for a flexible credit-based education system to prepare the workforce for the future. He underlined the significance of digital infrastructure and financial support for fostering innovation in the electric vehicle sector.
Vinod Aggarwal, President, ASDC, highlighted the annual updates of ASDC and the automotive sector’s indispensable role in the country’s GDP. He lauded the exceptional work undertaken by the ASDC team during the past year and emphasized the critical importance of industry investment in workforce development to enhance competence and productivity in a rapidly evolving environment.

The ASDC Conclave 2023 placed significant emphasis on equipping India’s youth with the skills necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving job market, improve job productivity, increase employability, and prepare for the technological advancements of the future. Industry experts united to share insights on building a robust skilling ecosystem by fostering collaborations with the industry and making skills an aspirational goal.
Arindam Lahiri, CEO of ASDC said that this year’s Conclave featured enriching discussions with a specific focus on state-level skilling initiatives and adaptable models for states. Furthermore, the event aimed to foster engagement with the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) ecosystem at the state level.