NOIDA | India – August 2024 – Textile is one of the oldest industries in India, which flourished since early civilization. With the advent of advanced technology in textiles, India geared up to take its textile legacy to the world. Understanding the role of young talent in this arena, the Government of India, under the umbrella of the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM), aimed to bridge the gap between academia and industry, empowering students with hands-on experience and industry exposure. It invited industry leaders to come forward and take up the challenge to make India the textile leader once again.
It is the result of this government-industry partnership that the NTTM under Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has approved ColorJet Group, the country’s foremost manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printer. This partnership marks a significant step towards enhancing innovation and skill development within the industry. It aligns closely with the mission’s objective to position India as a global leader in technical textiles by providing internships to BE/B Tech students from the top 200 NIRF-ranked colleges.
Under the ambit of the Technical Textiles Internship Initiative “Grant for Internship Support in Technical Textile (GSIT) – 2.0, ColorJet Group’s skilled R&D team will play a pivotal role in nurturing the next generation of engineers and professionals in the field of technical textiles. This initiative, part of Phase II of the Internship Initiation Program, seeks to narrow the divide between academia and industry by offering practical experience and exposure to B.Tech. students from diverse specializations.
Mr. M.S Dadu, Chairman of ColorJet Group, expressed his appreciation for being empanelled by the Government of India for this initiative, highlighting the company’s commitment to fostering innovation and skill development. He emphasized ColorJet’s belief in the potential of India’s young talent to drive the industry forward and contribute at Global level
The Technical Textiles Internship Initiative focuses on several key objectives, including strengthening academia-industry linkages, providing structured industry placements, and exposing students to real-world technical challenges and managerial skills. By participating in this initiative, ColorJet Group aims to familiarize students with technological developments, applications, and quality control aspects specific to technical textile printing.
ColorJet Group’s involvement underscores its role in driving research, innovation, and development within the technical textiles domain. Through this initiative, the company seeks to contribute significantly to the growth and global competitiveness of India’s technical textiles industry. By nurturing a skilled workforce and fostering a culture of innovation, ColorJet Group is helping to shape the future trajectory of India’s technical textiles sector.
As India progresses towards becoming a global leader in technical textiles, partnerships like the one between ColorJet Group and the Government of India are pivotal in paving the way for innovation, sustainability, and excellence in this crucial industry. With a firm commitment to advancing education, skill development, and industry-academia collaboration, ColorJet Group stands at the forefront of driving transformative change in the technical textiles landscape, preparing the next generation of leaders to propel India forward on the global stage.
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