Mumbai: Anudip Foundation for Social Welfare, in partnership with DBS Bank India, has inaugurated a new DeepTech Training Centre in Airoli, Navi Mumbai, marking a key milestone in their long-term initiative to empower underserved youth with industry-relevant digital skills.
The launch forms part of a three-year programme designed to train 2,400 young individuals across Mumbai, Kolkata, Pune, and Chennai, with a targeted placement rate of 70% and expected monthly salaries between ₹22,000 and ₹25,000.
DeepTech Training Centre to Bridge Digital Skill Gaps in the Workforce
The newly launched DeepTech Training Centre is central to the DeepTech Programme for Underserved Youth, supported by DBS Bank India.
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The programme is designed to close the widening digital skills gap in India’s technology ecosystem by offering training in non-programming digital technologies, communication skills, career readiness, and essential soft skills.
Training is delivered through a blended learning approach integrating AI-driven tools, gamification modules, and a Moodle-based learning management system.
Third-party assessments by Mettl ensure uniform evaluation standards and enhance the job-readiness of participants entering the digital workforce.
The deeptech training centre inauguration ceremony saw active participation from senior leaders of both Anudip Foundation and DBS Bank India.
Their presence reinforced the shared commitment to creating meaningful digital inclusion and expanding career opportunities for youth from disadvantaged backgrounds.
During the beneficiary showcase segment, students presented their project work, reflecting the programme’s strong early impact and their growing technical capabilities.
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Stakeholders Emphasise Inclusion, Skills, and Sustainable Careers
Nekzaad Vakil, Executive Director, Group Strategic Marketing & Communications, DBS Bank India, commented, “We are proud to partner with Anudip Foundation on the inauguration of the DeepTech Training Centre in Airoli.
This aligns with our commitment to fostering inclusion and empowering underserved youth with future-ready skills. Addressing critical skills gaps can create pathways to sustainable careers and build resilient communities.”
Monisha Banerjee, CEO of Anudip Foundation, stated, “At Anudip, we believe success begins with access. By providing market-driven skills, mentoring, and employment opportunities, we enable young people from underserved communities to build brighter futures.”
DBS Foundation Continues to Strengthen Social Impact Initiatives
DBS Bank India reinforced its wider community impact efforts through the DBS Foundation, which focuses on upliftment of vulnerable populations across Asia.
The Foundation supports access to essential needs, inclusion efforts, and empowers social enterprises through grants, mentorship, capacity-building programmes, and strategic partnerships aimed at fostering sustainable social impact.
