Chandigarh, September 14, 2024 – Chandigarh Design School Founder Vineet Raj Kapoor represented India as Expert Lead for Industrial Design Technology (IDT) at the prestigious WorldSkills 2024, held in Lyon, France. Kapoor’s significant contributions as part of the Skill Management Team helped India achieve a Top 5 position in the IDT category, showcasing the growing global competitiveness of Indian talent.
Driving Excellence at WorldSkills 2024
Vineet Raj Kapoor, also the Co-Founder of SXILL, arrived in Lyon on September 5, 2024, to fulfill his duties as Expert Lead, a role critical to the smooth execution of the IDT competition. The Skill Management Team, comprising experts from China, Taiwan, Korea, and India, ensures the highest standards of competition through effective collaboration and innovative problem-solving.
During the competition, Kapoor:
- Proposed impactful solutions for marking schemes and operational challenges, many of which were immediately implemented.
- Raised critical issues to the Competition Chief Delegate (CCD) without disrupting workflows, maintaining a balance between immediate needs and long-term improvements.
- Personally mentored and motivated competitors, ensuring they performed at their peak despite high-pressure scenarios.
Kapoor’s contributions during WorldSkills 2024 have positioned him as a nominee for Chief Expert for WorldSkills 2026, Shanghai, with elections to be held soon.
Global Expertise Meets Local Dedication
Vineet Raj Kapoor brings a wealth of experience from working with top design institutions globally, including Sheridan College (Canada), Gobelins (France), NUST MISIS (Russia), and Kyung Hee University (South Korea). His ability to bridge global best practices with local training methodologies has been instrumental in India’s growing prominence at international skill competitions.
Reflecting on his experience, Kapoor shared:
“International competitions are about process and precision. My training focuses on helping students master the judging criteria, leaving no room for missed points. Basics, when done right, lead to success.”
Kapoor’s unique approach to mentoring has consistently delivered results. Whether working with his own students or the government-nominated top talent of India, his focus remains on preparing them to excel in every aspect of evaluation.
Chandigarh Design School’s Commitment to Skill Development
Speaking on Kapoor’s achievement, Neelu Kapoor, Co-Founder of SXILL, said:
“Vineet’s passion for working with students is unmatched. He simplifies complex concepts and motivates them to excel. Under his mentorship, Indian competitors have consistently outperformed expectations, including this year’s Top 5 finish at WorldSkills 2024.”
Looking Ahead: WorldSkills 2026 in Shanghai
Chandigarh Design School and SXILL are already gearing up for WorldSkills 2026 in Shanghai, committed to scouting and training India’s best talent. Kapoor’s dedication to bridging global standards with local expertise ensures a bright future for Indian competitors on the world stage.