• K-DISC : Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council
  • VIJNANAKERALAM

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"Skill Kerala", Global Summit is set to be a dynamic confluence of Skills, Innovation, Employment, and Entrepreneurship, strategically designed to firmly position Kerala on the global talent map.

Schedule

Leverage Kerala's Strengths and develop a global hub for innovation and talent

EVolve : Skills for EV Era

Time: August 30, 2025 at 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Venues: Venue 1 - Centre Stage Format: Panel Discussion

"The Electric Vehicle (EV) sector is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of India’s green mobility mission. As EV adoption accelerates, there is a pressing need for a skilled workforce capable of supporting the entire ecosystem—from manufacturing and battery technology to charging infrastructure and after-sales service. This session will explore the key skill areas needed in the EV value chain, such as electrical engineering, power electronics, battery management systems, vehicle diagnostics, and safety protocols. It will highlight industry-led training models, academic partnerships, and government initiatives aimed at building EV-specific talent pipelines. The objective is to identify actionable strategies to upskill both existing automotive workers and new entrants, ensuring India is equipped to lead in the global EV revolution."

Speakers
Dr. P. V. Unnikrishnan

Dr. P. V. Unnikrishnan

Member Secretary, Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council

Raman M

Raman M

Co-Founder, Charge MOD

Dr. Rajasree M S

Dr. Rajasree M S

CEO TrEST Park

M M Shaijumon

M M Shaijumon Moderator

Professor, IISER Trivandrum

Dr. Ashok Kumar

Dr. Ashok Kumar

Consultant, K-DISC

Dr. Reji Mathai

Dr. Reji Mathai

Director,Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) Pune

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