EdTechReview.in has recently reported on the launch of a new programme by GUVI, an EdTech Company that is incubated by IIT Madras and IIM Ahmedabad. The programme is designed to train 100,000 engineering students in Tamil Nadu, with the aim of equipping them with valuable coding skills and practical experience.
This initiative, called ‘Naan Mudhalvan-Tamil Nadu Coders Premier League’ (NM-TNcpl), has been set up in collaboration with the Government of Tamil Nadu’s ‘Naan Mudhalvan’ initiative, Anna University, and the Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation. The NM-TNcpl is a series of online and offline hackathons that will offer engineering students of Tamil Nadu the chance to showcase their coding abilities and gain valuable upskilling opportunities, all at no cost.
The NM-TNcpl was inaugurated by Thiru. Udhayanidhi Stalin, Hon’ble Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development, Government of Tamil Nadu, on October 6, 2023, at Anna Centenary Library, Chennai.
The key benefits of participating in the NM-TNcpl include:
• Free upskilling courses: Participants gain access to free premium courses from GUVI, enabling them to hone their skills at no cost.
• Expert mentorship: Those who qualify for level 1 receive mentorship from experts in top product companies, ensuring quality guidance and access to more significant opportunities.
• Showcase talent: The programme shortlists top-performing teams, giving them a platform to showcase their talents in technology and programming.
• Industry partners: The NM-TNcpl has top companies and market leaders as hiring partners, providing students with valuable exposure to potential employers in the tech industry.
• Networking opportunities: Participants get to engage with like-minded individuals and industry experts, expanding their professional network.
• Rewarding prizes: The programme offers cash prizes and internship opportunities, rewarding participating teams with outstanding excellence in multiple ways.
Any engineering college student from any domain is eligible to participate in the NM-TNcpl. Interested students can register for free on the GUVI website. To facilitate the NM-TNcpl, GUVI has teamed up with the KSR Educational Institutions in Tiruchengode, Annapoorana Engineering College in Salem, and other colleges.
For teachers who are looking to help their students get the most out of this opportunity, GUVI has also launched Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) that support mentorship and upskilling.
Arun Prakash M, Founder & CEO of GUVI, said: “NM-TNcpl is a milestone in our journey to empower the youth of Tamil Nadu and beyond. I have always believed in the transformative power of technology and education. Our team has started this journey with a mission to make quality tech education accessible to all, and NM-TNcpl is a testament to our commitment.”
Balamurugan Palaniswamy, Co-founder of GUVI, further added: “GUVI has always believed that every individual deserves a chance to excel in the tech world regardless of background. NM-TNcpl embodies this belief by offering a level playing field to all participants, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunity for the young generation of Tamil Nadu.”
If you’re looking for a way to empower your students to pursue their dreams in the tech world, then the Naan Mudhalvan-Tamil Nadu Coders Premier League is the perfect opportunity for them.
