Chandigarh: In a significant step towards strengthening India’s global skill ecosystem, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced the departure of 100 young professionals to Japan to participate in the prestigious Global Skill-Up Training (GST) program at Toyota Motor Corporation. This initiative underscores Toyota’s deep commitment to nurturing globally competitive talent and aligns with the Government of India’s Skill India Mission and the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP) — a collaborative framework between India and Japan focused on international skill development and knowledge exchange.
🌏 A Global Learning Opportunity
The Global Skill-Up Training Program, spanning 11 months, blends classroom sessions with intensive on-the-job training at Toyota’s facilities in Japan. The program is designed to offer participants an immersive exposure to Toyota’s global manufacturing systems, core philosophies, and world-class operational excellence, while also cultivating discipline, teamwork, innovation, and respect for culture and diversity — hallmarks of Toyota’s work culture.
In addition to technical learning, the trainees will receive orientation on Japanese language, work ethics, and civic responsibilities, preparing them for cultural integration and success in a global environment.
The official send-off event was graced by Dr. Sharanaprakash Rudrappa Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Skill Development, Government of Karnataka; and Ms. Sonal Mishra, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, along with senior leadership from Toyota Kirloskar Motor.
🗣️ Voices from the Event
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. G. Shankara, Executive Vice President (Finance and Administration), Toyota Kirloskar Motor, emphasized the company’s long-term vision for talent development.
“At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we are deeply committed to nurturing globally competitive talent from India. The Global Skill-Up Training Program is more than just a learning opportunity — it’s a journey of excellence, discipline, and innovation. Through this initiative, we aim to empower India’s youth with world-class expertise and Toyota’s core values while contributing to the Government’s Skill India vision. Together, we aspire to make India a global hub for people, solutions, and automobiles.”
Applauding the initiative, Dr. Sharanaprakash Rudrappa Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Skill Development, Government of Karnataka, stated:
“We are proud to see our youth gaining access to global opportunities through Toyota’s initiatives. This program aligns with our vision to make Karnataka a center for advanced skill development while enabling rural youth to pursue world-class careers. It is partnerships like these that strengthen the bridge between education, industry, and international exposure.”
Echoing similar sentiments, Ms. Sonal Mishra, Additional Secretary, MSDE, highlighted India’s growing position as a global source of skilled talent:
“The collaboration between MSDE and Toyota under the TITP framework showcases India’s emergence as a trusted global provider of high-quality professionals. This international apprenticeship program not only enhances individual careers but also accelerates India’s integration into global value chains.”
🧩 Toyota’s Global Skill Development Efforts
As a National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC)-approved Sending Organization, Toyota Kirloskar Motor has already facilitated the overseas training of over 1,000 Indian youth in countries including Japan, Jordan, Qatar, and Slovakia. These programs reflect Toyota’s mission to advance global mobility and promote cross-cultural learning, helping Indian professionals acquire valuable international experience.
The TITP (Technical Intern Training Program) framework, signed between the Governments of India and Japan, offers Indian youth the opportunity to gain hands-on technical experience in Japan. Upon completion, these trained professionals return to India as globally certified experts, contributing to India’s industrial growth, technological innovation, and productivity.
🌱 Empowering India’s Future Workforce
Since its establishment in 1997, Toyota Kirloskar Motor has emphasized the holistic development of people as a cornerstone of its operations. Guided by the vision “Grow India and Grow with India” and the mission “Producing Happiness for All,” the company continues to invest in initiatives that blend industrial progress with social development.
Through dedicated skill enhancement centers, industrial training institutes, and youth empowerment programs, TKM has played a pioneering role in shaping India’s automotive workforce — ensuring that the next generation of technicians, engineers, and leaders are prepared for both domestic and international challenges.
The Global Skill-Up Training initiative serves as another milestone in Toyota’s ongoing commitment to building human capability, fostering global partnerships, and creating a workforce that embodies the values of excellence and sustainability.
🚘 Strengthening the India-Japan Partnership
India and Japan share a long-standing partnership in automotive innovation, technology, and human resource development. The Global Skill-Up Training Program symbolizes this collaboration’s evolution into a people-centric alliance, enabling Indian youth to participate actively in the global industrial ecosystem while contributing to India’s vision of becoming a worldwide skill capital.
By empowering young Indians with global exposure and world-class training, Toyota Kirloskar Motor reaffirms its commitment to shaping a skilled, confident, and globally connected India.
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