New Delhi: In a push to skill development, chief minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday announced that Delhi govt will set up high-tech laboratories in four Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and upgrade existing facilities to better align vocational training with industry needs and boost job creation.The initiative will focus on emerging sectors such as power electronics, electric vehicles (EVs), advanced automotive systems, welding and virtual reality (VR)-based simulation to enhance youth employability. “These modern labs will strengthen technical skills and expose trainees to real-world industrial practices, opening avenues for employment and self-employment,” the CM said.A state-of-the-art power electronics lab will be set up at ITI Jahangirpuri to provide hands-on training in industrial automation, renewable energy systems and electrical control technologies. The facility is expected to train around 480 students across trades including electrician, electronics mechanic and motor vehicle technician.At ITI Jail Road in Hari Nagar, the welding lab will be upgraded with MIG and TIG welding systems, plasma cutting machines and simulation-based training tools. Nearly 200 trainees are expected to benefit from exposure to modern fabrication techniques and improved safety practices.Automotive labs at ITI Arab Ki Sarai in Nizamuddin will be modernised with advanced technology, including VR simulators for driving, welding and painting. New modules on systems such as ABS and airbags will help trainees learn diagnostics of modern vehicles, benefiting over 200 students.An EV lab will also be established at HJB ITI in Mayur Vihar, focusing on battery management systems, electric motors and charging infrastructure. The facility aims to train around 180 students in next-generation automotive technologies, supporting Delhi’s shift towards green mobility.An official said the initiative aligns with the Centre’s Skill India mission and is expected to strengthen industry linkages and job readiness across the capital’s ITI network.
