Hosur, October 5, 2026: SWITCH Mobility Ltd, a global leader in electric buses and light commercial vehicles and part of the Hinduja Group, and Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Hosur, announced a strategic partnership to jointly establish a dedicated Skill Development Centre for Electric Vehicle (EV) Technology at Hosur. The initiative aims to strengthen the EV ecosystem by bridging the gap between industry requirements and academic learning, creating a highly skilled and industry-ready workforce.
A first-of-its-kind initiative in Tamil Nadu, the centre will serve as a state-of-the-art training facility for SWITCH Mobility to upskill various stakeholders in advanced EV technologies and best practices. The Centre will focus on covering relevant technical skills and practical aspects associated with electric commercial vehicles. This initiative will enable learning about real-world EV systems, charging infrastructure, battery technologies, power electronics and emerging mobility solutions.
On the partnership, Mr. R G Venkataraman, Chief Commercial Officer, SWITCH Mobility said, “As part of the MoU, Switch Mobility will extend its technical expertise and support towards this initiative. This program will entail practical industrial exposure, learning and skill development.” The centre will serve as a state-of-the-art training facility to upskill various stakeholders. The proposed Centre at ACE is therefore an important initiative to develop industry-ready manpower in the emerging electric mobility sector.
Prof. Dr. Radhakrishnan, Principal, Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Hosur, said, “We are proud to be associated with an industry leader like Switch Mobility. We believe that this collaboration will provide our students with valuable hands-on exposure to EV technologies and strengthen the industry–academia partnership in the field of electric mobility. With this Centre, our vision is to offer a practical learning environment to enhance their employability and prepare them to meet the evolving demands of the electric mobility industry.” The partnership underscores SWITCH Mobility’s continued commitment to building a robust EV skilling ecosystem in India, working closely with academic institutions to nurture talent and support the country’s transition towards sustainable mobility.
Building a Future-Ready EV Workforce
Through this collaboration, SWITCH Mobility continues to focus on strengthening the EV talent pipeline by combining industry expertise with academic learning. The Skill Development Centre reflects the company’s broader commitment to advancing green mobility and supporting the growth of a skilled workforce equipped to meet the needs of India’s expanding electric vehicle industry.
