Tamil Nadu CM Vijay inaugurates electrical laboratories in 30 Government ITIs
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday inaugurated advanced electrical laboratories established in 30 Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) with support from Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.

The inauguration took place at the Government ITI in Guindy, Chennai, on October 28, 2026. The initiative aims to strengthen practical training facilities for students pursuing technical and vocational education.
At the event, the state government and Schneider Electric exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding to establish modern electrical laboratories in another 40 Government ITIs, expanding the programme’s reach across the state.
The Chief Minister also recognised students for their achievements in skill competitions and technical examinations. Cheques of ₹25,000 each were presented to 15 students who won the 59th State-Level Skill Competition.
Certificates of appreciation were awarded to 60 students who secured first place at the national level in the All India Trade Tests.
In a significant employment-related announcement, Vijay handed over appointment orders to 673 Junior Training Officers.
The initiatives combine investment in technical training infrastructure, recognition of student excellence and recruitment of training personnel, reinforcing Tamil Nadu’s focus on strengthening its government-run vocational education system and developing a skilled workforce.