The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has inaugurated a new training centre in Bengaluru under Future-In-Charge Phase 2, expanding its industry-academia skilling initiative aimed at developing a future-ready workforce for India’s rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure sector.
Located at TERI’s Southern Regional Centre, the new facility marks the expansion of the programme into southern India and builds on the success of its pilot phase. The initiative focuses on providing industry-aligned training, hands-on technical learning, and enhanced placement support to improve employability within the country’s clean mobility ecosystem.
The inauguration brought together representatives from industry, academia, and the electric mobility sector to discuss workforce requirements and the growing demand for skilled professionals to support India’s transition to electric mobility.
During the event, Sanketh K V, Research Associate at TERI, highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in developing a skilled workforce for the emerging EV ecosystem, while Pallavi Singh, Fellow at TERI’s Knowledge Resource Centre, outlined the programme’s achievements and roadmap for its second phase.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. G. Rudra Narsimha Rao, Senior Fellow and Director at TERI, emphasized the critical role of skill development in advancing India’s clean energy transition. He noted that the shortage of trained professionals in EV charging infrastructure remains a key challenge and stressed the need for training aligned with safety standards, operational procedures, and industry best practices.
Praveen Chourasiya, Manager at Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Ltd. (REIL), highlighted the increasing demand for skilled technicians, installers, operators, and maintenance professionals as EV charging infrastructure continues to expand across the country. He said workforce development would be essential to support India’s target of achieving 30% electric vehicle adoption by 2030, backed by initiatives such as the PM E-Drive Scheme, state EV policies, and investments in charging infrastructure.
Sharing industry perspectives, Yedu Jathavedan, Co-founder and Chairman of VisionAstraa Group, emphasized the importance of industry-led training and practical learning in preparing young professionals for careers in the evolving electric mobility sector. He encouraged students to take advantage of emerging opportunities as India’s EV industry continues to grow.
According to TERI, Future-In-Charge Phase 2 aims to bridge the skill gap in India’s electric mobility ecosystem through an expanded training network, stronger industry partnerships, and practical skill development. The programme is designed to equip young professionals with industry-relevant technical competencies while supporting India’s clean mobility ambitions and creating sustainable employment opportunities in the green economy.
