Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu (India CSR): Reinforcing its commitment to women’s empowerment and inclusive industrial development, Highway Roop Precision Technologies Limited (HRPTL) has launched ‘Auto Shakti’, a flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative that will equip women with industry-ready automotive skills and connect them to employment opportunities in Tamil Nadu’s thriving automobile manufacturing sector.
The programme was formally launched on 14 July 2026 in Sriperumbudur, one of India’s largest automotive manufacturing hubs, where women from nearby communities will receive technical training, soft skills, workplace safety orientation, and placement support to build sustainable careers in the automotive industry.
The initiative is being implemented in collaboration with Caritas India, the Tamil Nadu Apex Skill Development Centre for Automobile (TNSDC) and the Tamil Nadu State Rural Livelihood Mission (TNSRLM), bringing together industry, government and the development sector to create a robust ecosystem for women’s employability.
A major milestone during the event was the signing of a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Highway Roop Precision Technologies Limited, Caritas India and TNSDC, laying the foundation for long-term collaboration to strengthen skill development and employment pathways for women across the state.
Addressing the gathering, Laxmikant Bhandare, CSR Lead, Highway Roop Precision Technologies Limited, said, “Skill development has the power to transform lives, create livelihoods, and strengthen communities. Auto Shakti is more than a training initiative—it is a platform that enables women to realise their potential, gain financial independence, and pursue meaningful careers in the automotive industry. We are proud to contribute towards building a more diverse, skilled, and future-ready manufacturing workforce”.
The launch was attended by Kasiviswanathan Panchatsharam, Managing Director, Tamil Nadu Apex Skill Development Centre for Automobile (TNSDC); K. Aarthy, Joint Director, Tamil Nadu State Rural Livelihood Mission (TNSRLM); Shanthi, District Social Welfare Officer; Fr. Jesudass, Executive Director, Caritas India; and senior representatives from Highway Roop Precision Technologies Limited, including Mr. Vinod Kumar Singh, CHRO Mr. Laxmikant Bhandare, CSR Lead; M.G.V. Vijayendra, Plant Head; and Gopal Prabhu, HR Manager.
Auto Shakti reflects HRPTL’s broader CSR vision of creating sustainable social impact through skill development and livelihood generation. By addressing the gender gap in manufacturing and strengthening women’s participation in formal employment, the initiative aligns with national priorities of Skill India, Make in India, and women-led development.
With Auto Shakti, Highway Roop Precision Technologies aims to create a scalable model that empowers women with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed to become part of India’s manufacturing workforce while contributing to the economic progress of their families and communities.
Highway Roop Precision Technologies Limited (HRPTL) is one of India’s leading automotive component manufacturers, supplying precision-engineered solutions to leading automobile OEMs. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, the company invests in education, skill development, women empowerment, environmental sustainability and community development, creating long-term value for society alongside business growth.
