National Council for Cement and Building Materials signs MoU with Delhi Technological University to strengthen skill development and capacity building in construction sector

**Summary of Memorandum of Understanding between NCB and DTU** On March 30, 2026, the National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB) and Delhi Technological University (DTU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at DTU, New Delhi. This partnership establishes a framework for research-academia collaboration aimed at strengthening India’s cement and construction sectors. **Key Objectives and Impact** The collaboration is designed to enhance the construction ecosystem through the following initiatives: * **Research and Innovation:** Promotion of joint research projects focusing on cement and concrete technologies. * **Capacity Building:** Providing specialized training opportunities for students, industry professionals, and stakeholders to enhance skill development. * **Knowledge Exchange:** Facilitating the dissemination of technical expertise and best practices between academia and industry. * **Infrastructure Goals:** Advancing the development of sustainable and resilient infrastructure in India through improved technical capabilities. **Signatories and Participants** The MoU was signed by **Dr. L. P. Singh** (Director General, NCB) and **Shri Binod Doley** (Registrar, DTU). The ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials, including: * **Professor Prateek Sharma:** Vice Chancellor, DTU * **Dr. S. K. Chaturvedi:** Joint Director & Secretary, NCB * **Dr. Sanjay Mundra:** General Manager & Head (ETS), NCB * **Dr. Kapil Kukreja:** General Manager & Head (CME), NCB **Administrative Data** * **Release ID:** 2247307 * **Posting Date:** March 31, 2026, 4:51 PM * **Source:** PIB Delhi, Ministry of Commerce & Industry * **Associated Names:** Abhishek Dayal / Garima Singh * **Visitor Counter:** 190

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