IIT Guwahati, IIT Ropar signs MoU with ESSCI focusing on Semiconductor Skill Development
First Published: 1st May, 2024 19:25 IST
The event also marked the formalization of a MoU between IIT Guwahati and IIT Ropar with Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) focusing on Semiconductor Skill Development, innovation and
IIT Guwahati, IIT Ropar signs MoU with ESSCI focusing on Semiconductor Skill Development Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati hosted the Semiconductor Horizons Workshop to Foster Semiconductor Synergy with Dr. Charan Gurumurthy, Chief Executive of Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt. Ltd, as the Chief Guest
The event also marked the formalization of a MoU between IIT Guwahati and IIT Ropar with Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) focusing on Semiconductor Skill Development, innovation and start-ups.
This collaboration aims to establish a robust ecosystem for skill development, drive innovation, and foster a conductive environment for semiconductor startups to flourish. Speaking about IIT Guwahati’s contribution to boosting North East’s Semiconductor Mission, Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, IIT Guwahati, said, “IIT Guwahati is poised to collaborate with all stakeholders within the state to establish itself as a leading knowledge partner in the Semiconductor technology development and testing domain. Our goal is to offer skill development support not only to our students but also to aspiring engineers from other institutions, contributing to the development of a skilled and self-reliant workforce collectively. We are dedicated to uplifting the surrounding community and fostering productive industry-academic collaborations. Understanding the pivotal role of the nation leading the semiconductor industry in shaping the future, IIT Guwahati is committed to advancing progressive initiatives in this sector and aspires to lead the way.” Gurumurthy, who was the chief guest of the workshop, also interacted with the students and faculty members of different educational institutions who attended the workshop. It may be mentioned here that Tata is coming up with a Rs 27 thousand crore semiconductor plant in Assam. The Semiconductor plant is expected to come up in 2026 and is expected to employ hundreds of local youths, besides making Assam a hub of electronics and IT.
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