MSU and NECBDC will collaborate to set up incubation centers dedicated to nurturing bamboo-based startups and research & development (R&D) hubs to innovate scalable bamboo solutions and promote sustainable harvesting practices. Additionally, the partnership will establish Centers of Excellence, where MSU will provide specialized training in bamboo crafts, advanced technologies, and value-added product development.
Meghalaya, November 26, 2024 – Medhavi Skills University (MSU) and the North East Cane and Bamboo Development Council (NECBDC), operating under the Chairmanship of the Secretary of the North Eastern Council (NEC), Government of India, have announced a landmark partnership to accelerate the growth of bamboo-based startups and promote innovation within the bamboo industry.
This strategic collaboration aims to harness the unique strengths of both organizations to foster sustainable economic development, enhance employability, and create opportunities for the youth in Northeast India.
A Partnership to Foster Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Combining MSU’s expertise in industry-focused skill-based degree and diploma programs with NECBDC’s specialization in cane and bamboo development, this initiative will pave the way for innovative educational models tailored to the region’s economic needs.
Key highlights of the partnership include:
- Incubation Centers for Bamboo Startups: MSU and NECBDC will jointly establish incubation hubs, providing infrastructure, mentorship, and funding to nurture entrepreneurs in the bamboo sector.
- Research and Development Initiatives: The collaboration will focus on scaling bamboo-based solutions, developing sustainable harvesting techniques, and advancing bamboo’s application as a renewable resource.
- Centers of Excellence: MSU will set up specialized training hubs in bamboo crafts, technology, and value-added product creation, supporting capacity building and offering skill development programs across the region.
Leadership Insights
Mr. Kuldip Sarma, Co-Founder and Pro-Chancellor of Medhavi Skills University, emphasized the partnership’s focus on integrating practical skill training with formal education:
“This collaboration will empower local communities with industry-relevant certifications in cane and bamboo technologies, creating pathways for sustainable economic growth in Northeast India.”
Mr. M.C. Omi Niingshen, Managing Director of NECBDC, highlighted the initiative’s potential to unlock the region’s natural resource wealth:
“Our joint efforts with Medhavi Skills University will foster skills, innovation, and sustainable development in the cane and bamboo sector, creating lasting economic empowerment for our communities.”
Driving Regional Competitiveness and Sustainability
By merging MSU’s academic capabilities with NECBDC’s deep-rooted expertise, this collaboration aims to address the growing demand for skilled workers in bamboo manufacturing and allied industries. The partnership will also contribute to the region’s competitiveness in the global bamboo market while promoting sustainability and innovation.
This initiative marks a significant step toward empowering local communities, boosting the bamboo industry’s growth, and driving the sustainable development of the Northeast Region.
