Ranchi, Nov 11: Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Tata Steel Foundation (TSF) to strengthen technical and vocational education infrastructure at Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Tamar in Ranchi, with a focus on expanding skill development opportunities for youth from tribal communities.
The agreement was signed at CMPDI headquarters in Ranchi on Wednesday under the corporate social responsibility (CSR) project titled “Strengthening Technical Education through Infrastructure Enhancement for ITI Tamar, Ranchi”.
CMPDI General Manager (HR) Sanjay Kadambar and Tata Steel Foundation representative Sourav Roy signed the agreement. The project will be implemented by Tata Steel Foundation, with completion targeted by March 31, 2028.
Under the initiative, ITI Tamar will receive a robotic welding machine to strengthen practical technical training. Classrooms will also be upgraded with improved furniture and digital learning panels, while the computer laboratory will be strengthened through the installation of additional computer systems and related facilities.
The project is expected to benefit 235 students, approximately 90 per cent of whom belong to tribal communities.
The initiative aims to improve access to quality technical and vocational education, enhance practical learning facilities and equip young people with skills relevant to employment opportunities.
CMPDI said the project reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive development, skill enhancement and the empowerment of youth through improved technical education infrastructure.
