Overview
- Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar initiated the collaboration by writing to Tata Technologies seeking support for two Centres for Invention, Innovation, Incubation and Training.
- The company has formally agreed to establish the centres in Nashik and Amravati, according to state officials.
- Planned training will focus on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Internet of Things, Data Analytics, Automation and Electric Vehicle technology.
- The Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation has been directed to earmark urban-adjacent land to improve access for students and industry.
- Officials frame the centres as part of the Make in Maharashtra vision to develop local skilled manpower and entrepreneurship, with a broader plan to create a CIIIT in every district.