Bhubaneswar: Centurion University hosted S Suresh Kumar IAS, Principal Secretary to Govt. (FAC) & Commissioner of School Education, Skill Development & Training Department, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, and a delegation at its Jatni campus.

This visit, in response to a collaboration request from Sri Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, sought to understand Centurion’s skill development vision. Following comprehensive discussions with Centurion University representatives, S Suresh Kumar expressed appreciation for the institution’s innovative approach and commitment to aligning courses with practical skills.

The primary focus of discussions was on the establishment of a skill university and the integration of skills into university courses. The collaborative engagement included officials from both parties and featured the active participation of three officers from the Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA). These officers, including the Deputy Director, District Education Officer (DEO), and Junior Education Officer (JEO), contributed significantly to the fruitful discussions.

Centurion University reaffirmed its dedication to contributing expertise to the proposed Skill University of Andhra Pradesh, anticipating a continued partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh in advancing skill development initiatives. This visit represents a noteworthy stride towards creating a robust framework for skill enhancement and knowledge exchange between the university and the state government.