Chitkara University & KONE India Team Up For Vertical Transport Training
Chitkara University has partnered with KONE India, a leading manufacturer of elevators and escalators, to impart vertical transportation skills. KONE India’s CSR wing has set up the KONE Center of Excellence for Vertical Transportation at the Chitkara University campus. This collaboration aims to enhance the learning experience for students through the integration of cutting-edge technologies and innovative teaching methods.
Together, they have developed a comprehensive Vertical Transportation course that combines academic knowledge with practical industry experience, supported by a state-of-the-art lab recently inaugurated at Chitkara University.
Speaking during the launch, Amit Gossain, Managing Director of KONE India & South Asia, said, “We are proud to collaborate with Chitkara University, in developing a Center of Excellence for Vertical Transportation, fully equipped with Electrical and Mechanical Labs, a first in the country within a university campus. KONE India is committed to fostering innovation and practical learning. This infrastructure at Chitkara University is second to none and the initiative will equip students with the skills and hands- on experience necessary to shape the future of cities. The center will address the growing demand for safe, sustainable, and smart urban mobility solutions. KONE India had also introduced the first vertical transportation diploma course in collaboration with Chitkara University, which is now being developed and upgraded to a bachelor’s engineering degree program. With growing urbanization, it was important to develop a course of this kind in India. At KONE India, we are keen on investing in skill development and creating opportunities that benefit the industry and society at large.”
Dr. Ashok Chitkara, Chancellor of Chitkara University, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating that it aligns perfectly with the university’s mission to provide quality education. The collaboration will foster the development of talent in the vertical transportation industry. Additionally, KONE India will offer training sessions for educators to enhance their teaching methodologies and leverage technology effectively in their classrooms.
The partnership between Chitkara University and KONE India provides students with the skills needed to excel in the vertical transportation industry and equips the next generation of professionals to shape the future of cities.
