Medhavi Skills University Launches Global Centre of Excellence in Rail Safety in Collaboration with All India Rail Safety Council
Mumbai, 19 June 2025 — In a landmark initiative to redefine railway safety education and build a future-ready workforce, Medhavi Skills University (MSU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the All India Rail Safety Council (AIRSC) to establish a 24×7 Global Centre of Excellence in Rail Safety, Technology, and Management.
This strategic collaboration aims to fill the critical gap in India’s rail safety infrastructure by nurturing globally competent professionals trained in advanced railway safety standards, technologies, and management practices.
According to a PTI report (June 2023), the Indian Railways faces a workforce shortfall of over 2.74 lakh positions, with more than 1.7 lakh vacancies in safety-critical roles. The MSU-AIRSC initiative is a timely intervention to meet this urgent national need.
Key Highlights of the Collaboration:
Comprehensive Education Portfolio: Offering undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate programs, along with specialized training modules and research-driven projects.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum: All courses will be designed under the banner of the AIRSC Academy of Safety and Disaster Management, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, focusing on experiential, flexible, and outcome-based learning.
Innovative Delivery Models: A three-tiered education system—Online, Blended, and Traditional—will ensure accessibility to learners nationwide, supported by a robust digital learning portal for content access, performance tracking, and industry interface.
Nationwide Rollout: AIRSC-approved courses will be implemented across MSU campuses, affiliated institutions, and authorized learning centers across India.
Speaking on this transformative partnership, Mr. Kuldip Sarma, Co-Founder and Pro-Chancellor of MSU, stated:
“This partnership marks a transformative moment in workforce-led education. By combining MSU’s skill-based learning framework with AIRSC’s deep-rooted expertise, we’re creating a world-class platform for rail safety education, job-ready skills, and global career opportunities.”
Dr. R. Padmanabhan, Chairman of All India Rail Safety Council(AIRSC), emphasized:
“We envision a future-ready railway sector built on a foundation of uncompromising safety. Through this collaboration, we will bring academic rigor and professional training to the heart of rail infrastructure and operations, empowering a new generation of safety professionals.”
