CREDAI Chennai Signs MoU with Central
Polytechnic College to Launch Centre of Excellence for Construction Practices
Chennai, November 20th, 2025: CREDAI Chennai and Central Polytechnic College, Taramani, have formally signed an MoU to establish a Centre of Excellence for Construction Practices, a flagship initiative designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and the practical requirements of the real estate and construction industry.
The
Centre of Excellence will focus on upgrading laboratory infrastructure,
introducing industry-driven training modules, and creating a structured
academic–industry hub that produces field-ready,
skilled Civil Site Supervisors.
A key component of the
collaboration is the six-month
internship program at CREDAI member project sites, enabling
students to gain real-world exposure, hands-on learning, and professional
capabilities essential for supervisory roles on active construction sites. This
initiative is driven by the leadership and support of Er. R. Jeyakumar,
Chairman – Skill Development Committee; Dr.
T. Arul, Executive Committee Member, CREDAI Chennai; Dr. O. G. Dharanipathi,
Principal, Central Polytechnic College; and Prof. Durganand Balsavar, Senior Advisor,
United Nations Environment Program. Together, they are committed to advancing
skill development and strengthening meaningful industry–academia partnerships.
“The establishment of the
Centre of Excellence marks a pivotal step in aligning academic learning with
real-world construction practices. Through this collaboration, we aim to
develop industry-ready Construction Site Supervisors equipped with the
technical skills and practical exposure needed to lead on the ground. This is a
milestone in strengthening Tamil Nadu’s talent ecosystem.” Said Mr
A. Mohamed Ali, President, CREDAI Chennai.
