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BITS Pilani WILP Introduces PG Diploma programme in Smart Manufacturing toHelp Engineers Upskill in Diverse Industries

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Telugu super news,Hyderabad, February 29, 2024: The Work Integrated Learning Programmes
(WILP) division of Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani has introduced a
new PG Diploma programme in Smart Manufacturing, which is designed to help
engineers working in diverse industries to design, implement, and manage manufacturing
operations using digital technologies. The programme, which can be pursued without a career
break, has been developed in collaboration with organisations from the manufacturing sector.


The PG Diploma programme has three broad themes — additive manufacturing, industrial
IoT, and operations management — supporting range of processes from data acquisition to
realisation of digital factories. It covers the technology enablers of digital factories, such as
mechatronics, industrial IoT, big data analytics, machine learning, blockchains, cloud
computing, connected manufacturing, microfabrication, and cybersecurity. The last date for
applications for admissions in this programme is March 18, 2024.


Experiential learning to aid implementation of smart manufacturing practices
Global companies across diverse industries are showing immense appetite and interest in
implementing smart manufacturing practices. According to Fortune Business Insights, the
global smart manufacturing market size was valued at $277.81 billion in 2022, and is
projected to grow from $310.92 billion in 2023 to $754.1 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR
of 13.5% during the forecast period. To participate in this phenomenal growth, engineers
need to upskill themselves in smart manufacturing practices, which includes gaining a
thorough understanding and hands-on experience of advanced technologies and Industry 4.0
components.


Real-world case studies often help engineers understand industry-specific challenges and
solutions, preparing them for versatile roles. Integrating experiential learning into the
programme facilitates hands-on experience and practical learning opportunities. Accordingly,
the institution provides learners with access to their state-of-the-art lab infrastructure, which
includes remotely accessible and computer-controllable equipment.


Reflecting on the value that the participants can derive from this PG diploma programme in
Smart Manufacturing, Prof. Paramesw Chidamparam, who heads the core engineering
group of the WILP division at BITS Pilani, says, “This programme imparts skills in key
areas, such as digital technologies, data analytics, automation, robotics, and cybersecurity,
to foster creativity, innovation, and effective collaboration among the participants — this in
turn helps them with capabilities to integrate multiple technologies and processes.

In addition to this, their exposure to hands-on learning opportunities further enhances their
problem-solving skills and decision-making ability — thereby helping them adapt to the
dynamic challenges of Industry 4.0 and contribute to the development of smart factories.”
To learn more about this programme, please visit: https://bits-pilani-wilp.ac.in/pgd/post-
graduate-diploma-in-smart-manufacturing.php

BITS Pilani and Aditya Birla Capital Foundation collaborate with NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform to support Women Start-ups in Bharat

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Telugu super news,Mumbai, November 24, 2023: BITS Pilani’s technology business incubator, Pilani Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Society (“PIEDS”), has announced the launch of its start-up program, ‘Womenpreneur for Bharat 1.0,’ in association with the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP), incubated within NITI Aayog, and supported by Aditya Birla Capital Foundation, the CSR arm of Aditya Birla Capital Limited. Aditya Birla Capital Foundation is the apex body, which sets the strategic direction for all of Aditya Birla Capital’s development projects. The foundation has Mrs. Rajashree Birla as the mentor; Mrs. Vishakha Mulye, Dr. Pragnya Ram and Mr. Subhro Bhaduri serve as Directors of its Board.   

The partnership was announced at the state workshop on ‘Enabling Women-Led Development through Entrepreneurship’ at Dorjee Khandu State Convention Center, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh on November 24, 2023. Held under the aegis of the State Support Mission of NITI Aayog, the workshop conducted jointly by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) brought together the innovation, entrepreneurship and inclusive development ecosystem across business, government, and civil society to discuss pathways of furthering women-led development through entrepreneurship.

‘Womenpreneurs for Bharat 1.0’ is aimed at providing funding and incubation support to women entrepreneurs who are building solutions for/from Tier 2/3/4 cities across Northeast region, Rajasthan, Haryana, and J&K. The program will seek both for-profit and non-profit women-led start-ups working across UN-SDG areas and solving business or societal challenges in those regions.

Commenting on the announcement, Mrs. Vishakha Mulye, Director, Aditya Birla Capital Foundation, and CEO of Aditya Birla Capital Limited, expressed, “We are committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, and long-term social and economic growth for the country. Through ‘Womenpreneurs for Bharat 1.0’, we aim to provide a platform to nurture the growth of women entrepreneurs in the country, who have the potential of impacting a large number of underserved Indians through innovative solutions.”

Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Vice-Chancellor, BITS Pilani, said, “India’s diversity across its length and breadth requires localized solutions from local entrepreneurs. I strongly believe that women innovators, especially from Northeastern states will lead the next wave of innovations in solving their region’s own unique problems. We are happy to partner with Women Entrepreneurship Platform and Aditya Birla Capital Foundation to help bring some of these innovations to the fore and help them scale.”

Speaking about the development, Ms. Anna Roy, Mission Director, WEP, said, “The project embodies a strategic approach to bolster women’s entrepreneurship in the tech4good sector which has significant market and impact potential, aligning with national goals of gender equality, women-led development, and digital inclusion. Women entrepreneurs leading innovations in critical development areas with a tech-led approach can have significant gains overall for business and society.”

The program would provide funding of up to Rs. 10 lakhs to eligible start-ups, along with extended incubation support from PIEDS, including 1-1 mentoring, market access support, and opportunities to raise future investments. Interested innovators can apply to the program here: https://www.f6s.com/womenpreneurs-for-bharat-1.0/apply

According to a research report published by Niti Aayog, India has 63 million micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), of which around 20% are women-owned, employing 22 to 27 million people. Estimates suggest that by accelerating women’s entrepreneurship, India could create more than 30 million women-owned enterprises, potentially creating 150 to 170 million jobs.