A ‘Centre of Excellence on Electric Vehicle and Drone Technologies’ training programme was launched at the Government ITI Skill Development Centre premises in Ongole on Monday (September 7, 2026). It is a joint initiative of the APSSDC, the Mining Department and Centurion University.The programme aims to provide skill development training in EV and drone technologies to ITI students, diploma candidates, school dropouts, women and unemployed youth, and to create employment opportunities in future-oriented technology sectors.Prakasam District Collector P. Raja Babu said, “This is a significant initiative designed to equip the district’s youth with skills in future-oriented technological fields and provide them with employment and self-employment opportunities.”“All eligible ITI and diploma holders, school and college dropouts, women and unemployed youth have been advised to register and make the most of this opportunity. This programme would contribute to equipping the youth with modern technical skills, with the aim of skilling youth,” he said. Published - September 08, 2026 04:55 pm IST