Marathwada, India: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra to jointly develop a structured and scalable skilling ecosystem across the state by strengthening Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). The collaboration is a testament to Toyota’s commitment to drive inclusive growth by aligning industrial expansion with skill-based empowerment.

This initiative is closely aligned with TKM’s philosophy of strengthening local manufacturing eco-system, generating employment opportunities, and advancing green mobility. Furthermore, it reinforces TKM’s broader vision of nurturing a future-ready talent pool to meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry.

The program will be rolled out in phases to ensure maximum impact:

Phase 1 (2025–26): Focus on 16 ITIs in the Marathwada and Nagpur divisions

Phase 2 (2026–28): Expansion into Amravati and Nashik divisions

Phase 3 (2029–30): Coverage of institutes in Mumbai and Pune divisions

By 2030, the initiative aims to support the development of 45 ITIs across 36 districts and will enhance employability for thousands of young aspirants across Maharashtra.

The MoU with the Government of Maharashtra draws inspiration from TKM’s successful skilling initiatives in Karnataka, where the company has partnered with over 100 institutes and trained more than 20000 students. Building on this proven model, the roadmap for Maharashtra will prioritise faculty development through Train-the-Trainer (T3) initiatives, knowledge enhancement sessions and skill-building workshops at Toyota’s Bidadi facility.

Additionally, the programme will provide Industry-relevant tools including Fundamental Skill Training (FST) kits, dexterity modules, visual learning boards and other standardized content to support effective learning.

Finally, to ensure long term sustainability, the initiative will focus on body-and-mind development routines for the trainees, including daily discipline exercises and classes on ethics. Toyota’s globally adopted 5S and safety protocols will also be introduced. Alongside technical training, the programme will emphasise on nurturing youth with discipline, humility, gratitude, and a mindset of serving others, ultimately shaping them into responsible citizens. All of this is ensured through regular audits, continuous feedback, and active stakeholder involvement.

Commenting on this significant milestone, Shri. Mangal Prabhat Lodha – Hon’ble Minister for Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Government of Maharashtra said, “By bringing Toyota’s global expertise into ITIs, we are empowering the youth of Maharashtra with industry-relevant skills that enhance their technical proficiency, build essential workplace skills and elevate their livelihoods. This initiative will contribute immensely in shaping their careers and Maharashtra’s growth story”

Expressing his thoughts, Mr. Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Governance, Toyota Kirloskar Motor,” At Toyota, we believe that uplifting rural youth with the right skills is the most powerful catalyst for community transformation. When the youth of a nation gain industry-relevant training, confidence and exposure, the entire community progresses with them. Guided by TKM’s philosophy of ‘Grow India, Grow with India’, our focus is not only on building advanced manufacturing capabilities but also nurturing the skilled human capital to drive India’s vision towards Viksit Bharat 2047. This collaboration is finest expression of our community focused initiatives and will contribute towards strengthening Maharashtra’s skilling landscape by creating meaningful opportunities for rural youth. “

Toyota’s partnership with the Government of Maharashtra complements the Government of India’s Skill India Mission, by bringing global manufacturing expertise to ITIs and empowering youth with future-ready skills.

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