Universities and Corporate Coming Together to Channelise Youth's Energy

MG (Morris Garages) Motor India gifts a Sports Utility Vehicle (MG Hector) to Chandigarh University in order to encourage skill development. The step is also said to bridge the gap between academia and industry. The effort is in line with the MG Nurture programme and MG's goal of CASE mobility. This will help students strengthen their skills and prepare them for greater job prospects.

The ceremony was attended by Education Minister of Punjab, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, and Yeshwinder Patial, Head of Human Resources, MG Motor India. Yashwinder handed over the keys to S. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chancellor, Chandigarh University.

Speaking on the occasion, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer stated that it was an imperative step to incorporate skill development into the traditional education system. Also he said that practical knowledge and hands-on training, in addition to books, is something that students need for future.

"India is the youngest nation across the globe and none can stop its rise to the top of world, provided we channelise the energy of the youth in the right direction. Corporates and Industry leaders like MG Motor India and top educational institutions like Chandigarh University have to come together to steer India's charge to the top," said the Minister.

Hayer asked the students in the audience to make the most of their time at the University and build a better future. He said that "This time is very important. It is their time to learn, move forward, and build a brighter future for themselves. This time will not come again. Students must decide what to do with their time. fun is an important thing but it must not come in the way of learning.  

Reputed for its impeccable research prowess and imparting the skillset and professional knowledge requisite for preparing industry-ready graduates, Chandigarh University has been a preferred partner for industry and this partnership with MG Motor India is another huge step forward in this direction, said S. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chancellor, Chandigarh University.

Chandigarh University has been a preferred partner for industry for its unmatched  research prowess and imparting the skillset and professional knowledge required for preparing industry-ready graduates, and this partnership with MG Motor India is another huge step forward in this direction, said S. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chancellor, Chandigarh University.

"It gives me immense pleasure to inform that Chandigarh University has forged a partnership with MG Motor India under our flagship Industry Academia Interface program, which develops Industry-oriented skills amongst our students and prepares industry ready professionals. This partnership adds to our ever-strong portfolio of more than 30 tie-ups with industry leaders such as Microsoft, Google, Virtusa, Hyundai, Hewlett Packard, Cisco, Tech Mahindra, Bosch, Honda, IBM, Videocon among many others having their research centres and laboratories established on the campus," said the Chancellor.

He also said that this incorporation of the MG Hector Car into the University's current equipment, technology, and infrastructure will help students in many ways. Students who are pursuing Mechanical Engineering and its linked areas will get an in-depth understanding of advanced vehicle technology. Along with demonstrating and comprehending the technology that powers a modern car, it will aid in practical knowledge of automobile engineering courses taught in the curriculum, making students job-ready and preparing them for greater industrial chances.

Yeshwinder Patial, Director, HR, MG Motor India, said, "We are delighted with this partnership with the Chandigarh University. This will ensure the current generation's skill development in the mobility segment. We feel that this initiative will add value to help children become technologically savvy for the auto-tech industry and prepare them for future job opportunities. The initiative is aligned with the MG Nurture programme and in accordance with MG's goal of CASE mobility."

The partnership will introduce students to vehicular systems and help them understand how to perform basic inspection procedures on cars. It will empower students with hands-on research on various electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems of technologically advanced vehicles. Students will study a wide range of parts, technology, and systems, including engine parts, fuel systems, drive trains, ignition systems, vehicle chassis, HVAC systems, and much more. Students of Chandigarh University will also get an opportunity to learn about the aesthetic and interior design aspects of the car, he added.