Pune, Maharashtra, India:  Considering the increasing need for skilled manpower in the defence sector, Symbiosis Skills and Professional University has launched the School of Defence. The university will soon introduce various engineering programs at both degree and diploma levels to create industry-ready youth for this emerging sector.

The Government of India has given significant impetus to privatisation of defence manufacturing and defence technology and Pune is emerging as a hub. In this context, SSPU had the honour of hosting Lt Gen Khandare - Principal Adviser, Ministry of Defence, New Delhi and Air Marshal Bhushan Gokhale (Retd.) Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Vayu Sena Medal (VSM), who shared their insights on Comprehensive National Security & Power.
 
Dr. Swati Mujumdar, Pro-Chancellor of SSPU, highlighted that the university recently conducted a roundtable with over 25 leading industry representatives to assess sectoral demands. She added that these industries have shown great enthusiasm in collaborating with SSPU to develop industry-aligned curricula and provide skill training to students.
 
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