Kolkata, June 30: JIS Group of Educational Institutions (JIS Group) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federation of Small & Medium Industries, West Bengal (FOSMI) to create a robust platform for industry-driven research, innovation, skill development, entrepreneurship, and practical learning opportunities for students and faculty members across JIS institutions. The event was graced by dignitaries including Dr. Mou Sen, Joint Director of MSME, Government of West Bengal; Sardar Haranjit Singh, Joint Managing Director JIS Group; Shri Biswanath Bhattacharya, President, FOSMI and others.
The partnership will facilitate the identification and resolution of real-world industrial challenges through academic research, student projects, prototype development, and multidisciplinary innovation initiatives. It will also promote internships, industrial training, live projects, expert lectures, workshops, seminars, industry visits, and startup-focused programs, thereby enhancing employability and industry readiness among students.
A key feature of the collaboration is the integration of JIS Group‘s dedicated Industry–Academia Collaboration and Problem Resolution Portal, through which FOSMI and its member industries will be able to submit technical and operational challenges for academic evaluation and solution development. The platform is expected to serve as a dynamic interface connecting industry requirements with the research, innovation, and technical capabilities of JIS institutions.
Speaking on the occasion, Sardar Taranjit Singh, Managing Director, JIS Group, said, “At JIS Group, we firmly believe that meaningful industry–academia collaboration is essential for driving innovation and preparing future-ready professionals. Our partnership with FOSMI will create valuable opportunities for students, researchers, and industry stakeholders to work together on real-world challenges, bringing forth a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and impactful problem-solving. This initiative further strengthens our commitment to creating an ecosystem where education directly contributes to industrial growth and societal progress.”