~ Aim to build a future-ready workforce to support the operation and
maintenance of large-scale clean energy assets under the strategic partnership
~ Hon’ble Prime Minister of Bhutan, Lyonchhen Tshering Tobgay, graced
the MoU signing ceremony at Thimphu ~
~ Training programmes will be delivered through Tata Power Skill
Development Institute~
Mumbai : Tata Power, one of
India’s largest integrated power utilities, and Druk Green Power Corporation
(DGPC), the sole power generation utility of Bhutan, signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) in Thimphu, Bhutan, to establish a comprehensive skill
development ecosystem.
The MoU
lays the foundation for a structured training framework aimed at building a
future-ready workforce to address both immediate and long-term requirements
under the ongoing partnership between Tata Power and DGPC to jointly develop
clean energy projects.
The MoU
signing ceremony, was graced by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Bhutan, Lyonchhen
Tshering Tobgay. The MoU was formally signed by Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO &
Managing Director, Tata Power, and Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, Managing Director,
DGPC. Ms Anjali Pandey, President- Generation, Tata Power, along with other
senior representatives from Tata Power, DGPC, and relevant institutions, were
also present at the ceremony.
Training
programmes will be delivered through the Tata Power Skill Development Institute
(TPSDI), leveraging its expertise in power sector skilling.
Dr Praveer
Sinha, CEO & Managing Director, Tata Power, said “This partnership with DGPC underscores our collective vision of
creating a future-ready talent ecosystem for Bhutan’s growing clean energy
sector. Leveraging its strong credentials in power sector training, Tata Power
Skill Development Institute (TPSDI) will help nurture industry-ready
professionals with comprehensive expertise in safe operations, emerging
technologies, and operations & maintenance.”
Tata Power
will provide technical expertise, training infrastructure, courseware, and
accreditation support through TPSDI for the effective implementation of the
programmes. DGPC will facilitate the mobilisation and deployment of trainees,
ensuring seamless execution under the MoU and subsequent definitive agreements.
DGPC will
also be responsible for securing all necessary approvals from the Government of
Bhutan and relevant Bhutanese authorities, while Tata Power will obtain the
requisite approvals from the Government of India.
Dasho
Chhewang Rinzin, Managing Director, DGPC, said, “This MoU is a practical step towards strengthening local
capabilities required under the ongoing partnership to develop 5,000 MW of
clean energy capacity. DGPC will work with relevant Bhutanese authorities and
stakeholders to identify training needs, mobilise trainees where appropriate,
and ensure that the programme supports national priorities and complements the
Royal Government of Bhutan’s broader workforce development efforts.”
The
proposed skill development initiatives under this MoU will be implemented in a
phased manner:
Phase 1:
Focus on immediate deployment of safety training to ensure workforce readiness
prior to site entry, including mandatory safety induction programmes for
project workers.
Phase 2:
Expansion into technical skill development covering construction, material
handling, and earth-moving equipment operations, tailored to project
construction requirements.
Phase 3:
Development of specialised capabilities for the long-term operation and
maintenance of clean energy assets.
Tata Power
Skill Development Institute (TPSDI) was established to bridge the skill gap in
the power sector by delivering industry-relevant, modular training and
certification programmes. TPSDI is accredited by the National Safety Council of
India (NSC) to conduct safety training, administer assessments, and issue joint
certifications. As an approved training partner of the National Skill
Development Corporation (NSDC) and a Dual Awarding Body recognised by the
National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), TPSDI operates
a robust training network across India, offering hands-on training across the
power value chain, including thermal, hydel, and renewable energy technologies
such as solar, wind, and green hydrogen.
This MoU
reflects a collaborative and practical approach to developing the skills
required for Bhutan’s clean energy growth, with DGPC working alongside relevant
Bhutanese authorities and Tata Power providing technical training support.