AI-Enabled Apparel CoE Launched in Baghpat to Boost Skills
An AI-enabled Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Design and Fashion Technology has been inaugurated in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh. Established by the Apparel, Made-Ups & Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council (AMHSSC), the facility aims to enhance skill development and industry readiness in the apparel sector.
The Chaudhary Ajit Singh Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Design and Fashion Technology, developed by the Apparel, Made-Ups & Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council (AMHSSC), has been inaugurated in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh by Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
The Centre has been set up as a facility for training, innovation, and collaboration within the apparel and fashion technology sector. With its launch, eight courses have been introduced, including Sewing Machine Operator, Self-Employed Tailor, and Fashion Designing and Technology, along with AI-enabled programmes.
The event was attended by Padma Shri Dr. A. Sakthivel, Chairman, AMHSSC, and Mr. Ashish Srivastava, CEO, AMHSSC, along with government officials, industry representatives, and members of the textile and apparel sector.
Located in western Uttar Pradesh, around 50 km from Delhi, the Centre is intended to address regional skill gaps through training in apparel manufacturing, fashion design, and AI-enabled technologies. The courses include AI in fashion design, 3D prototyping, smart cutting, supply chain management, pattern making, tailoring, and embroidery.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Jayant Chaudhary said, “The launch of this AI-enabled Centre of Excellence in Bagpat is a significant step towards aligning skill development with emerging technologies. By bringing advanced apparel manufacturing training closer to rural youth, we are creating new opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and innovation in western Uttar Pradesh.”
He further added, “The apparel sector is one of the largest employment generators in the country and contributes significantly to India’s GDP. The garment industry provides livelihoods to nearly 80 lakh people annually. For Uttar Pradesh, this represents a major opportunity, and initiatives like this Centre of Excellence will open new avenues for the youth of Baghpat and surrounding regions.”
Padma Shri Dr. A. Sakthivel, Chairman, AMHSSC, said, “This Centre of Excellence reflects AMHSSC’s commitment to preparing India’s workforce for the future of fashion and apparel manufacturing. By integrating AI-driven training, smart manufacturing tools, and advanced design technologies, we aim to build a highly skilled talent pool that will strengthen the global competitiveness of the Indian apparel sector.”
The facility covers approximately 9,000 square feet and has been developed with an investment of around ₹5 crore. It includes three smart classrooms and 43 advanced sewing machines, of which 8 are AI-enabled, along with CAD-CAM systems, 3D design software, and other manufacturing tools.
The Centre incorporates digital infrastructure such as smart workstations, computerized embroidery units, and simulation-based learning platforms to replicate industry conditions.
Ashish Srivastava, CEO, AMHSSC, said, “Women are at the heart of India’s apparel industry, and this Centre of Excellence is designed to unlock their full potential. By providing access to advanced, AI-enabled training and modern infrastructure in a safe and inclusive environment, we aim to empower rural women with not just skills, but confidence and economic independence. This initiative will enable them to become job creators, entrepreneurs, and key contributors to their families and the nation’s growth.”
A key feature of the facility is the use of AI-enabled sewing machines that can detect fabric types such as cotton, jersey, woven, or twill and adjust parameters including foot pressure, stitching speed, and stitches per inch. This process reduces manual intervention, improves efficiency, and minimizes defects and material wastage.
The Centre also includes a CAD-CAM-enabled cutting lab equipped with software for digital pattern making, marker planning, and CNC-based auto cutting to support precision and fabric optimization.
The initiative is expected to benefit a large number of youth in the region, particularly from rural areas, by providing industry-oriented skills and enabling participation in the apparel value chain. It is also aimed at supporting rural entrepreneurship, MSME adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, and sustainable growth within the textile and apparel sector.