Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
Mr. M. Ramesh
President & Director, Operations
Hosur Industries Skill Development Association (HISDA)
Enabling Growth. Transforming Talent.
Skill development is a cornerstone of sustainable economic growth and employment generation. In a rapidly evolving industrial landscape, continuous learning—through skilling, upskilling, and reskilling—is no longer optional, but essential. India's growth story is deeply linked to the capabilities of its youth, making structured, industry-relevant training a national priority.
Located in one of India's fastest-growing industrial hubs, Hosur, the Hosur Industries Skill Development Association (HISDA) stands as a pioneering initiative to bridge the critical gap between industry requirements and workforce readiness. Established under the aegis of the Hosur Industries Association (HIA)—founded in 1981 by visionary industrial leaders—HISDA carries forward a legacy of excellence and industry collaboration.
Our Purpose
HISDA is committed to building a future-ready workforce by delivering high-quality, industry-aligned training programs. We serve a wide spectrum of learners—from unemployed youth seeking employability, to technicians, engineers, and industry professionals aiming to stay relevant in a fast-changing technological environment.
Sri Kauvery Medical Care India Ltd
Dr S. Vijayabaskaran
Vice-President & Chief Executive Officer
Bharath Packaging
Mr. D. Ravindran
Vice-President & Partner
Hosur Industries Association
Mr. P. Arulanandan P
Secretary
Elkayem Auto Ancillaries P Ltd
Mr. Arvind M Adhi
Treasurer & Executive Director
Titan Company Ltd
Mr. K Seenivasan
Chairman & A V P- Wearables
TVS Motor Company Ltd
Mr. Jason Samuel
Vice-Chairman & VP- ERM
Knitvel Needles P Ltd
Mr. L KM Adhi
Past President, Member & Managing Director
What Sets HISDA Apart
Industry-
Integrated Learning
Our programs are designed in close collaboration with industry to ensure real-world relevance. The focus is on hands-on, practical training, supported by classroom learning, group exercises, and industry exposure.
Tailor-Made Curriculum
We offer customized training solutions to meet diverse needs across sectors—whether for MSMEs, large industries, or CSR-led skill development initiatives.
Expert-Led Training
All programs are delivered by experienced industry professionals, ensuring learners gain practical insights alongside theoretical knowledge.
Flexible Learning Formats
HISDA provides both full-time and part-time programs, enabling working professionals to upgrade skills without disrupting their careers.
Outcome-Oriented Approach
Our pedagogy includes pre and post evaluation frameworks and opportunities for On-the-Job Training (OJT), ensuring measurable skill acquisition and industry readiness.
State-of-the-Art Infrastructure
HISDA is equipped with modern, industry-grade training facilities, enabling experiential learning across multiple domains:
Comprehensive Program Portfolio
HISDA offers a wide spectrum of programs, including:
- CNC Programming & Operations
- Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
- Industrial Automation & Mechatronics
- Hydraulics & Pneumatics Systems
- Instrumentation & Metrology
- Welding & Fabrication
- Quality Tools & Problem-Solving (DOE, GD&T)
- Industrial Safety & Shopfloor Practices
- Software & Office Productivity Skills
- Soft Skills & Employability Training
- Specialized programs for women empowerment
and commerce/finance students
Industry & Institutional Collaboration
HISDA actively collaborates with leading organizations such as IMTMA, QCFI, PSGIM, FORGE, and various academic institutions to ensure continuous curriculum relevance and knowledge exchange.
Our Mission
To cater to the ever-rising demand for skilled manpower in priority sectors, while enabling talent transformation through industry-driven training and partnerships.
We also play a vital role in supporting MSME capability-building and CSR-led skill-development initiatives, contributing to inclusive economic growth.
Why HISDA Matters
- Bridges the industry-academia gap
- Strengthens regional industrial ecosystems
- Builds job-ready talent pipelines
- Enhances the productivity and competitiveness of industries
- Enables inclusive growth through skill empowerment
FUND SPONSORS
- Ascent Circuits Pvt Ltd
- Ashok Leyland Ltd.
- Bimetal Bearing Ltd.
- Carborundum Universal Ltd.
- Dynaspede Integrated Systems Pvt Ltd.
- Elkeyam Auto Ancillaries Pvt Ltd
- Endeka Ceramics India Pvt Ltd.
- Faiveley Rail Technologies Pvt Ltd.
- First Steps Babywear Pvt Ltd.
- Kauvery Hospital Pvt Ltd.
- Knitvel Needles Pvt Ltd.
- Micro Labs Limited
- Mitutoyo South Asia Pvt Ltd.
- Prakash Techno Plast India Pvt Ltd.
- Raja Crown & Can Pvt Ltd.
- Snam Abrasives Pvt Ltd.
- Sparkonix India Pvt Ltd.
- Taneja Aerospace and Aviation Ltd.
- TITAN Company Ltd.
- TVS Motor Company Ltd.
- Vinir Engineering Pvt Ltd.
- Wendt India Ltd.
Sponsors of Machineries & Others
- Allliema India Pvt Ltd
Solar Power System on Car park - Balaji Press Products Pvt Ltd
Building Materials - Bharat Fritz Werner Ltd
Vertical Machining Center (VMC) - C K Airtech India Pvt Ltd
Exhaust System - Caterpillar India Ltd
Work Stations - Computers - Caterpillar India Ltd
AV System for Smart Class - Festo India Ltd
Mechatronics Lab
- Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited
False Roofing and AC for conference hall - Kauvery Hospitals Pvt Ltd
Garden and landscaping - Lakshmi Machine Works Limited
Turning Centre (TC) - Lakshmi Machine Works Limited
Vertical Machining Center (VMC) - Merino Industries Pvt Ltd
Particle Boards - Micro-Tech Pvt Ltd
Building Materials - Mitutoyo South Asia Pvt Ltd.
Metrology Lab
- Siemens India
18 user Siemens Sinumerik Academy Package - TeaguTec India Pvt Ltd
Taequtec - Demystified Cutting Tool Display - Titan Company Ltd
Furniture & Partitions - Titan Company Ltd
Soldamatic Welding Simulators - Wendt (India) Ltd
Grinding Technology - Yuken India Ltd
Hydraulics Trainer kit