Pune, Maharashtra – The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and MIT Art, Design and Technology University in Pune, India, have come together in a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony. The event, which took place at MIT Art, Design and Technology University on July 5, 2023, marks a strategic alliance aimed at fostering the comprehensive development of students and promoting their active engagement in society.
The MoU between CII and MIT Art, Design and Technology University encompasses various initiatives to cultivate students’ leadership skills, encourage community engagement and social responsibility, foster innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, provide platforms for knowledge exchange and inspiration, raise awareness of crucial social issues, and promote active participation in civic processes. This partnership between CII and MIT Art, Design and Technology University aims to empower students, unlock their leadership potential, and contribute to building a better society.
Prof. Dr. Mangesh Karad, speaking at the event, expressed his delight in signing the MoU between MIT Art, Design and Technology University and CII’s Young Indians initiative. He highlighted the collaboration’s potential for student development and emphasized the university’s commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship. With well-established ties to leading industries, incubation centers, maker spaces, and innovation and research labs, MIT-ADT University serves as a hub for next-generation learning and workforce development. Prof. Dr. Karad expressed optimism about the collaboration with CII and its strong industry interface, envisioning a robust partnership in skills collaboration.
Prof. Bharat Oswal, Yi Chapter YUVA Chair CII, provided a brief introduction to CII and expressed satisfaction with the collaboration under MIT Art, Design and Technology University’s YUVA initiative. Prof. Oswal emphasized Yi’s mission to strengthen the future of India by providing a platform and voice to the country’s next generation of changemakers. The collaboration aims to instill leadership skills, enhance the youth entrepreneurial ecosystem, and enable youth-led changes for nation-building. Prof. Oswal also commended the MIT-ADT University team for their recent ranking among the Top 30 universities in India for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the NIRF Ranking.
Prof. Dr. Suraj Bhoyar, Director of Student Affairs, outlined the objectives of the MoU, emphasizing the promotion of research projects, innovation, entrepreneurial activities, and mentoring services for students. MIT-ADT University is committed to nurturing entrepreneurship among its students, paving the way for future leaders.
The signing ceremony witnessed the presence of esteemed dignitaries representing both organizations, highlighting their commitment to fostering student development and promoting collaboration between academia and industry. The signing of the MoU marks a milestone in the partnership between the Confederation of Indian Industry and MIT Art, Design and Technology University. This collaboration aims to create a nurturing environment for students, empowering them with leadership skills, encouraging community engagement, and instilling a strong sense of social responsibility.
Through the joint efforts of the Confederation of Indian Industry and MIT Art, Design and Technology University, students will receive the necessary guidance, mentorship, and experiences to excel as future leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers. This partnership sets the stage for a transformative journey of knowledge, innovation, and societal impact.
MIT Art, Design and Technology University, Pune, was established under the MIT Art, Design and Technology University Act, 2015 (Maharashtra Act No. XXXIX of 2015). The university is a self-financed institution empowered to award degrees under section 22 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. The university has a unique blend of art, design, and technology at the core of its academics.
In recent times, MIT Art, Design and Technology University, Pune has achieved several accolades. It has been ranked in the Band Excellent for ARIIA 2021 by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The university has also received a 5-star rating for exemplary performance by the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Council. Furthermore, it was conferred with the Best University Campus Award by ASSOCHAM, New Delhi, and granted an Atal Incubation Centre under the ATAL Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, Government of India.
MIT Art, Design and Technology University takes a holistic approach to education, encouraging students to develop a complete winning personality that is physically fit, intellectually sharp, mentally alert, and spiritually elevated. The university promotes activities such as yoga, meditation, physical training, spiritual elevation, communication skills, and other personality development programs. Currently, the university has over 10,000 students studying in various schools of higher education, including Engineering and Technology, Food Technology, Bioengineering, Arts, Design, Marine Engineering, Journalism and Broadcasting, Film and Television, Music (Hindustani Classical Vocal and Instrumental), Teacher Education, and Vedic Sciences.
The collaboration between CII and MIT Art, Design and Technology University holds immense potential to shape the future of students and contribute to the growth and development of the society. It is an opportunity for students to gain valuable skills, foster innovation, and make a positive impact as they embark on their professional journeys.
