GUWAHATI, June 24, 2025: A state-of-the-art Electric Vehicle (EV) Laboratory
Skill Development Centre has been inaugurated today at The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) by Mr L.
Lanuwabang, Director, National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT) Guwahati, Kohima
and
Shillong. The programme was organised under IQAC of RGU and it was graced by Prof. Alak Kumar Buragohain,
Vice
Chancellor RGU, Prof. Diganta Munshi, Registrar RGU, Prof. (Dr.) D. N. Singh, Registrar Academics RGU,
faculty
members and students of RGU and faculty members of Electrical Engineering Department of Assam Skill
University.
Speaking on the occasion, L. Lanuwabang said, “Skilling is no more an option now. India has the advantage of
a
large young population; we must capitalize on it and emphasize on skill development.” He emphasized the
importance of such initiatives in fostering a skilled workforce ready to meet the demands of the evolving EV
industry. "This Centre will serve as a hub of innovation and practical learning, empowering the youth to
contribute meaningfully to the nation's electric mobility mission," he stated.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Alak Kumar Buragohain expressed gratitude to NIELIT for its collaboration
and
support. Highlighting the university's commitment to aligning its educational programs with the emerging
needs
of the industry and nation-building efforts, he said that alternative and renewable energy is the need of
the
time. This has marked a significant step towards promoting sustainable technology and skill enhancement in
the
field of electric mobility, he added.
Earlier, welcoming the dignitaries, Ms Vanita Agrawal, Head, Laboratory Services at RGU said that the newly
established laboratory aims to equip students, researchers, and industry professionals with hands-on
training
and practical knowledge in Electric Vehicle Technology, supporting India’s transition towards clean and
green
transportation solutions. The Centre is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry
requirements by offering specialized skill development programs, workshops, and certification courses.