Industry Is the New Classroom: Harjot Singh Bains Unveils Punjab’s Pioneering B.Tech Program
Chandigarh, April 30:Punjab’s Technical Education and Industrial Training Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced a groundbreaking move. It aims to align technical education with industry demands by focusing on skill-based experiential learning. He announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Industry Integrated) program.
“MRSPTU & Victura Tech Sign MoU for First-Ever Industry-Embedded B.Tech”
Harjot Singh Bains addressed a press conference at Punjab Bhawan today.“He announced the signing of a transformative MoU between MRSPTU and Victura Technologies.” This is between Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda and Victura Technologies Private Limited (VTPL) of Faridabad. It is a first-of-its-kind program across the country. From the very first semester, the student will be part of the industry. “The University will recognize the industry campus as a deemed campus.”Registrar of MRSPTU Dr. Gurinder Pal Singh Brar and Victura Managing Director Mr. Hardeep Singh Banga signed the MoU today.”
“Beyond Theory: Punjab’s First Industry-Linked B.Tech Aims to Cut Unemployment”
“This is not just an MoU. It’s a promise to the youth of Punjab that their education will move beyond theory. “This program will integrate real-world applications, cutting-edge technologies, and hands-on experience,” said Harjot Singh Bains. He added that this pioneering partnership will revolutionize technical education in Punjab. It aims to embed industry exposure into the core of academic training. This will pave a way to address the unemployment issue.
Highlighting the key aspects of the landmark MoU, S. Harjot Singh Bains stated that the specialised B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Industry Integrated) program will span four years. The curriculum consists of five semesters of academic study at the MRSPTU. The last three semesters involve practical industrial training at Victura Technologies.MRSPTU and Victura Technologies will launch the program with a batch of 30 students to ensure focused mentorship and high-quality training.”*
The Technical Education Minister said that Victura Technologies will establish a VTPL Advanced Automation Lab on the MRSPTU campus to foster experiential learning and innovation. The program also offers financial support, up to 50%, for meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. It provides free accommodation, meals, and local transportation. Additionally, a stipend is given during the industrial training phase.
Reaffirming the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government’s commitment to educational transformation, the Technical Education Minister highlighted the government’s forward-looking strategy. This strategy aims to align educational infrastructure with future industry needs. The state is creating academic models that address the demands of automation, advanced manufacturing, and robotics.
While commending the Victura Technologies for its active involvement in education, curriculum development, and faculty training, S. Harjot Singh Bains urged other industry leaders to collaborate with the state govt educational institutions and contribute towards preparing our youth for global opportunities.
The Director Technical Education Mr. Moneesh Kumar, Director Victura Technologies Mr. Amitbir Singh Banga, CSR Head Mr. Ajay Kumar Somvanshi, Programme Mentor of MRSPTU Dr. Sandeep Kansal, Coordinator Dr. Amit Bhatia and senior officials of MRSPTU were also present on the occasion.
