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India Today
7 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Maruti Suzuki opens admissions for new skill development institute in Sonipat
Maruti Suzuki has commenced admissions for the inaugural batch at its newly established Japan-India Institute for Manufacturing (JIM) in Sonipat, Haryana. This marks the company's fourth JIM in India and the second in the state after Uncha up in partnership with the Government of Haryana at the Master Atul Government ITI campus, JIM Sonipat will train over 100 students annually across four trades, which includes Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV), Machinist, Welder, and Fitter. The first academic session is set to begin in September institute is backed by a Rs 10 crore investment from Maruti Suzuki and follows a dual-training model that blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience. The curriculum is aligned with the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) and incorporates Japanese best practices, including safety, quality and discipline. Praising the initiative, Minister of State for Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Gaurav Gautam, called it a valuable contribution to the Skill India Mission and Haryana's economic growth. "Maruti Suzuki's commitment to skill development in Haryana through its state-of-the-art JIMs at Uncha Majra and now at Sonipat is truly commendable. By training youth and equipping them with industry-relevant skills, the Company is paving the way for their brighter future and contributing to Haryana's development and economic growth. This is in line with the Hon'ble Prime Minister's 'Skill India Mission' and I applaud Maruti Suzuki's efforts in this space," he Bharti, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs at Maruti Suzuki, emphasised the institute's role in fostering employability and a strong work ethic. "We are committed to supporting the Government of India's 'Skill India Mission' by training youth and making them industry ready. After setting up our first JIM in Haryana at Uncha Majra, we are thankful to the Government of Haryana for providing us the opportunity to set up the second JIM in the state. We are confident that both JIMs will prepare the students for opportunities across the automobile ecosystem and contribute to progress of Haryana," he added. The Haryana government has provided the land and building for JIM Sonipat, while Maruti Suzuki has undertaken civil infrastructure upgrades, set up an assembly line for real-world training, and will oversee operations and training JIM initiative stems from a 2016 bilateral agreement between the Governments of India and Japan aimed at training 30,000 Indian youth in manufacturing skills over 10 years. To date, over 2,100 students have graduated from Maruti Suzuki's three existing JIMs in Mehsana, Uncha Majra, and Suzuki's broader skill development program includes upgrading 23 government ITIs, equipping 130 institutes with EV-related training tools, and operating 31 Automobile Skill Enhancement Centres across India. The company's cumulative CSR spend on skill development has surpassed 450 crore as of FY 2024– to Auto Today Magazine- EndsMust Watch


Time of India
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti Suzuki launches 4th Japan-India institute for manufacturing in Sonipat
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has announced the commencement of admissions for the first batch at its newly launched Japan-India Institute for Manufacturing (JIM) in Sonipat, which marks the automobile major's fourth JIM in India and its second in Haryana. The institute, located at the Master Atul Government ITI in Sonipat, is set to admit over 100 students annually across four key trades: Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV), Machinist, Welder, and Fitter. Classes for the inaugural batch are scheduled to begin in September 2025. Maruti Suzuki has invested over Rs 10 crore in establishing the facility. Affiliated with the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) and accredited by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), the JIM will implement a dual training system. This approach blends theoretical classroom instruction with hands-on industrial training, and includes modules on safety, quality, discipline, kaizen, and other essential Japanese manufacturing practices . Gaurav Gautam, Haryana's Minister of State for Youth Empowerment & Entrepreneurship, praised Maruti Suzuki for contributing to the state's economic development. He said, "Maruti Suzuki's commitment to skill development in Haryana through its state-of-the-art JIMs at Uncha Majra and now at Sonipat is truly commendable." Rahul Bharti, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs at Maruti Suzuki, emphasized the company's commitment to skill development. "We are confident JIM Sonipat will enhance employability and instill a disciplined work ethic rooted in world-class manufacturing standards," he said. The project is a result of a public-private partnership under which the Haryana government has provided land and infrastructure, while Maruti Suzuki has upgraded the facilities, introduced real-life simulation assembly lines, and will oversee the institute's operations. The JIMs are part of a broader Indo-Japanese collaboration aimed at training 30,000 Indian youth over 10 years. Since inception, over 2,100 students have graduated from Maruti Suzuki's existing JIMs. Through its broader skill development initiatives, Maruti Suzuki has supported 23 ITIs, established 31 Automobile Skill Enhancement Centres, and spent over Rs 450 crore in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contributions up to Financial Year 2024-25.


Time of India
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti Suzuki opens admissions for fourth Japan-India manufacturing institute in Sonipat
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd has commenced admissions for the inaugural batch at its newly established Japan-India Institute for Manufacturing (JIM) in Sonipat, Haryana. This marks the company's fourth such institute in the country and the second in the state after Uncha Majra. The Sonipat JIM, housed within the Master Atul Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI), will accommodate over 100 students annually across four trades — Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Machinist, Welder, and Fitter. Classes are set to begin in September 2025. Maruti Suzuki has invested over ₹10 crore in setting up the institute, which follows a dual training model. The curriculum is affiliated with the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) and also accredited by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). In addition to theoretical instruction, students will undergo practical training aligned with manufacturing practices, including safety, quality, kaizen (continuous improvement), and workplace discipline, the company's statement added. Aid from the Haryana government The Haryana government has provided the land and infrastructure for the initiative, while Maruti Suzuki has undertaken the upgrade of facilities, installation of training equipment and a real-life assembly line, and will manage ongoing operations. The JIM initiative stems from a 2016 Memorandum of Cooperation between the governments of India and Japan, aimed at training 30,000 Indian youth over 10 years for roles in manufacturing. Since the programme's inception, more than 2,100 students have been trained at the existing three JIMs in Mehsana, Gandhinagar, and Uncha Majra. In addition to establishing JIMs, Maruti Suzuki supports 23 government ITIs across India and has set up skill enhancement labs in 31 institutions. The company's cumulative CSR investment in skill development stands at over ₹450 crore as of FY 2024–25.