Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence Hyderabad launches to transform how India trains for tomorrow’s logistics jobs
Redington Foundation, Redington Ltd., and the Logistics Sector Skill Council launch the Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence at NSTI Hyderabad, inaugurated by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, to train Telangana’s youth in EXIM, warehousing, forklift, and supply chain roles through Industry 4.0-led curriculum and simulation labs.
India’s logistics sector is preparing for a decisive growth decade. With policy enablers such as the National Logistics Policy and PM GatiShakti, and with extensive infrastructure investments across multimodal corridors, the demand for skilled professionals in warehousing, freight movement, export-import, and inventory control is escalating. While systems and technologies are evolving rapidly, workforce development has remained a critical gap. To address this, a new model of logistics skilling has taken shape in Hyderabad through the Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence.
Established through a collaboration between Redington Foundation, the CSR arm of Redington Ltd., and the Logistics Sector Skill Council, the Hyderabad centre is built on the success of the Chennai facility launched in January 2024. The Chennai model demonstrated the value of simulation-based learning and industry-specific curriculum. Within a year, it trained both entry-level youth and working professionals using AR and VR modules, industry-grade tools, and real-world case applications. This data-driven impact prompted the expansion of the model into Telangana, a state experiencing rapid growth in warehousing, transportation, and export infrastructure.
The Hyderabad centre was formally inaugurated by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Ministry of Education, Government of India. The inauguration took place within the National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) campus in Hyderabad. In his remarks, Shri Jayant Chaudhary emphasized the growing need for a workforce that matches the complexity of India’s logistics systems. He pointed to the changing nature of logistics, marked by automation, digital control towers, AI-led demand forecasting, and multimodal transportation, and underlined that young Indians must be trained in line with these trends if the country is to remain globally competitive.
The centre’s infrastructure includes simulation labs that mirror real-life scenarios such as truck navigation, forklift operation, warehouse inventory systems, and customs processes. These labs allow learners to engage with tools that they will use on the job, giving them a critical advantage. The centre trains for specific job roles including EXIM Associate, Forklift Operator, Warehouse Associate Executive, and Supply Chain Executive. All modules are co-developed with industry and reviewed periodically to keep up with emerging logistics requirements.
The curriculum reflects Industry 4.0 principles and includes modules on smart warehousing, digital inventory systems, IoT integration, logistics analytics, and e-logistics platforms. Each learning path is mapped to National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) levels and is supported by digital learning tools, simulator-based assessments, and soft-skills training. The design ensures both employability and adaptability in a sector known for its high pace of change.
According to R. Venkatesh, Global Chief Sustainability Officer at Redington Ltd., the initiative is part of a long-term vision to scale responsible skilling across India’s critical growth sectors. He noted that the success of the Chennai centre affirmed Redington’s belief in tech-led, outcome-driven learning models that are deeply tied to industry needs. With Hyderabad, he said, the goal is not just replication but expansion reaching more learners, offering more specializations, and contributing to the formation of a robust national logistics workforce.
The Hyderabad centre also aligns closely with the broader vision of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. The ministry has placed strong emphasis on sector-specific Centres of Excellence that serve as hubs of innovation, capacity building, and industry-led skilling. By focusing on logistics, the Hyderabad facility complements national goals of increasing India’s logistics efficiency index, reducing supply chain bottlenecks, and expanding export readiness.
The new centre is expected to benefit thousands of youth across Telangana, particularly those in Tier 2 and 3 towns who face challenges in accessing industry-aligned skilling. The project also encourages participation from women and marginalized groups by offering flexible schedules and bridging programs. Over time, it is likely that similar models will be adopted in other emerging logistics cities across India.
The Centre of Logistics Training for Excellence Hyderabad represents more than just a training facility. It is a strategic intervention at the intersection of infrastructure, employment, and innovation. It connects the macro vision of national logistics competitiveness with the micro realities of skilling, certification, and workforce mobility. As India builds its physical logistics backbone, this initiative ensures that human capital is not left behind.
With its advanced labs, digital curriculum, industry guidance, and policy alignment, the Hyderabad centre gives India a blueprint for how logistics talent can be cultivated at scale. It provides young professionals with tools not only to get employed, but to thrive and lead in one of the economy’s fastest-moving sectors.
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