New Delhi, July 31, 2025: Johnson Matthey India Private Limited, in partnership with the Times Employ India Foundation, has concluded the first phase of its CSR initiative ‘Schooling to Skilling’, training 140 underprivileged youth—including 103 young women—in job-oriented roles such as Automotive Tele-calling and Two-Wheeler Service Technician.
The initiative focuses on bridging the gap between education and employment by offering technical and soft skills training aligned with industry needs. Participants received placement support and on-the-job training facilitated by key industry partners including TVS Motors, Bajaj Auto Ltd, and Royal Enfield. More than 90% of the trained candidates have already secured employment.
Puvaneswaran Mohan, General Management (Interim Regional Manufacturing Director – Asia and continued role as Plant Manager), Johnson Matthey India Private Limited said, “At Johnson Matthey, our commitment to sustainable development extends beyond technology into communities. The Schooling to Skilling initiative reflects our belief that inclusive growth begins with education and opportunity. We are proud to support programmes that not only equip young people with industry-ready skills but also promote gender parity in traditionally male-dominated sectors.”
The programme targeted youth from Gurugram (Haryana) and Mundka (West Delhi), areas with limited access to quality skilling opportunities. The aim was to empower young people from marginalized communities by enhancing their employability and paving the way for long-term financial independence.
Arun Kabra, President, Enterprise & Skilling Business & CFO, TimesPro, said, “At Times Employ India Foundation, we view skill development as a powerful instrument for social mobility. Our collaboration with Johnson Matthey has reinforced our mission to enable livelihoods by providing aspirational youth with access to hands-on, career-oriented learning. This initiative is a strong example of how such collaborations can reshape the employability landscape at the grassroots.”
The success of the first phase underscores the potential of strategic CSR collaborations in addressing skill gaps, especially for underserved populations, while promoting gender inclusion in the workforce.
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