Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages and Telangana DET Partner to Provide Technical Training for ITI Students

Hyderabad, November 12, 2025: Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd. (HCCB), one of India’s leading fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Directorate of Employment and Training (DET), Government of Telangana, to provide technical training and industry exposure to students enrolled in Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state.

The MoU, signed by Mr. S.V.K. Nagesh, Joint Director, Directorate of Employment and Training, Telangana, and Mr. B. Tirupathi Rao, Cluster HR Head, HCCB, at DET headquarters in Hyderabad, aims to bridge the skill gap between classroom education and industrial application. Under the partnership, ITI students will undertake short-term internships at HCCB factories and offices across Telangana, gaining exposure to real-world operations, safety practices, process efficiency, quality management, and sustainability measures within a large-scale manufacturing setup.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. S.V.K. Nagesh, Joint Director, Directorate of Employment and Training (DET), Government of Telangana, said, “We are delighted to partner with Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, an organization known for its strong operational and training standards. This collaboration will enhance the employability of ITI students by providing them exposure to modern industrial systems, processes, and work culture. Such partnerships play a crucial role in building a skilled workforce that meets the evolving needs of India’s manufacturing sector.”

Echoing this sentiment, Mr. Nikhil Arora, Vice President – HR, HCCB, said, “At HCCB, we recognize that skill development is key to empowering youth and building inclusive growth. Through this collaboration, we aim to provide ITI students with hands-on learning opportunities that complement their academic curriculum, while also inspiring them to pursue rewarding careers in manufacturing and allied sectors. We are proud to work with the Directorate of Employment and Training (DET), Telangana to create meaningful pathways from classrooms to shop floors.”

The MoU will remain in effect for two years, facilitating continuous engagement between DET and HCCB to strengthen industry-academia collaboration. The initiative reinforces HCCB’s long-standing commitment to youth empowerment, vocational training, and sustainable industrial growth across India, while contributing to the state’s efforts in developing a skilled and future-ready workforce.