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The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Amity University Bengaluru and L&T Technology Services (LTTS) on 4 June 2026 marks a significant milestone in strengthening industry-academia collaboration in India. At a time when technological innovation, sustainability and future-ready skills are becoming central to economic growth, such partnerships play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between classroom learning and industrial application.
The collaboration is anchored by the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for E-Mobility at Amity University Bengaluru with LTTS serving as the knowledge partner. This initiative is expected to create a vibrant ecosystem for research, innovation and skill development in emerging technologies, particularly in electric mobility, industrial automation and sensing systems.
The MoU was formally signed by Prof. (Dr.) D. Subhakar, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor, Amity University Bengaluru and Dr. Guruprasad A. S., Global Practice Head, LTTS, in the august presence of distinguished leaders from both organizations.
The ceremony was attended by Mr. Vasu M., Head - EV Division, LTTS; Mr. Nikhil Dev B. R., Innovation Program Manager, LTTS; Dr. S. V. S. Phani Kumar, Technical Lead - R&D, LTTS; Dr. P. S. Sali, Vice President - RBEF, Amity Education Group; Dr. Monit Kapoor, Pro Vice Chancellor, Amity University Bengaluru; Dr. Gopalakrishna S. P., Registrar, Amity University, Bengaluru and Dr. Tushar Somnathe, Director - Corporate Resource Centre (CRC), Amity University Bengaluru.
A key highlight of the partnership is the establishment of an E-Mobility Centre of Excellence (CoE) at Amity University Bengaluru. The Centre will serve as a platform for collaborative research, innovation and knowledge exchange in areas such as electric mobility, industrial sensing and control systems, building automation technologies and data analytics.
Under the MoU, both institutions will collaborate on joint research projects, faculty and student exchanges, guest lectures by industry experts, internships, technical workshops, innovation initiatives, and participation in LTTS flagship programs such as TECHgium®. The partnership will also strengthen industry engagement and enhance career opportunities for students.
The collaboration underscores the shared commitment of Amity University Bengaluru and LTTS to build future-ready talent, accelerate innovation and contribute to the advancement of technology-driven solutions for society and industry.
As higher education increasingly aligns itself with the demands of Industry 4.0 and sustainable development, collaborations such as this serve as exemplary models for creating future-focused educational ecosystems that drive innovation and national progress.
