Centre of Logistics Training Excellence at NSTI opened

A Centre of Logistics Training Excellence established in the campus of National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) Hyderabad was inaugurated by Union Minister of State Jayant Chaudhary on Thursday.

Set up by Redington Foundation, the CSR arm of Redington, in partnership with the Logistics Sector Skill Council (LSC), the facility builds on the success of the Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence in Chennai, which was established in January 2024 and since emerged as a benchmark for modern, industry-aligned logistics skilling.

The centre in Hyderabad offers significantly enhanced capabilities, including simulation labs for truck driving, warehouse operations and forklift management. With a curriculum co-developed by LSC and industry experts, the centre integrates Industry 4.0 principles and emerging supply chain technologies to ensure learners receive job-ready, future-oriented competencies that match the expectations of a technology-led logistics sector. It is poised to strengthen the employability of Telangana’s youth and contribute to building a robust talent pipeline for the region, the organisers of the programme said in a release.

Mr. Chaudhary, who is Union Minister of State (independent charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, told the gathering that India’s logistics sector is entering a high-growth decade, powered by the National Logistics Policy, PM GatiShakti and unprecedented investments in multimodal infrastructure.

As automation, digital supply chains and new mobility models redefine the sector, skilled professionals will be the backbone of India’s competitiveness. The government is committed to equip lakhs of young Indians with capabilities that will drive the efficiency, resilience and global leadership of India’s logistics economy, he said.