Vinkesh Gulati Appointed Chairperson of ASDC

The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), the premier institution for skill development in India’s automotive sector under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, has announced the appointment of Mr. Vinkesh Gulati as its new Chairperson. He takes over from F R Singhvi, who successfully completed his tenure after leading the council through a significant phase of expansion and reforms.

Mr. Gulati is a respected name in both the automotive and education sectors. He served as the President of the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) from 2020 to 2022 and currently heads United Automobiles and the United Group of Institutions. Within ASDC, he has already contributed as Vice President, spearheading initiatives to bridge the automotive sector’s skill gap, particularly in areas such as electric mobility, advanced manufacturing, and digital diagnostics.

Renowned for his forward-looking approach, Mr. Gulati has been instrumental in launching industry-first initiatives including the Dealer Satisfaction Study, advocating for legislative reforms to protect dealers, and introducing innovative platforms like GenX and Women in FADA.

Commenting on the transition, outgoing President F R Singhvi stated:

“It has been an honour to lead ASDC during a period of transformation for the automotive sector. We have laid a strong foundation in skill development, and I am confident that under Mr. Gulati’s leadership, ASDC will continue to empower the youth with future-ready skills and play an even stronger role in shaping India’s automotive ecosystem.”

Expressing his vision, Vinkesh Gulati said:

“I am humbled to take on the responsibility of leading ASDC at such a pivotal time for the automotive industry. With rapid technological changes and the rise of electric mobility, skill development has never been more critical. My focus will be on ensuring that ASDC continues to deliver industry-relevant training, enhance employability for youth, and prepare India’s workforce for global competitiveness.”

This leadership transition underlines ASDC’s continued commitment to creating a skilled, future-ready workforce to meet the evolving demands of India’s automotive and mobility ecosystem.