Question 4546

Tata Technologies Ltd has entered into a collaboration with which state to transform 34 state polytechnics and 43 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)?

Answer

Assam

Why?

The correct answer is Assam. Key Points Tata Technologies Ltd has entered into a collaboration with the Assam government to transform 34 state polytechnics and 43 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs ). They will be transformed into futuristic Centres of Excellence (COEs) with an investment of about Rs 2,390 crore. The company has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Assam government for a period of 10 years for the purpose. Important Points Post upgradation, these COEs will not only cater to the advanced skill requirements of students aligned to the key industries in Assam, but also act as a technology and industrial hub for MSMEs and support entrepreneurship. This program would also create a lucrative platform for all those working in industries that form the core of Assam's occupational strength, such as tea processing, food processing, handicrafts and textiles to upgrade their skillsets and employment opportunities in accordance with the Industry 4.0-relevant smart operations of the future.