QMTI

ABOUT US

Our Story – History

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Roots and Purpose that Run Deep

QMTI has a rich and evolutionary history dating back over a century. Queen Mary’s Technical School was founded by Lady Marie Willingdon, wife of the then Governor of Bombay province, Lord Willingdon. She was moved by seeing the condition of Indian soldiers returning from European and African war fronts. She conceptualised and established Queen Mary’s Technical School on 16 May 1917 in Braganza Hall Sasoon Barracks, Mumbai, to impart vocational training to challenged soldiers.
Queen Mary

Evolution and Transformation

It was registered as a non-profit limited company under the Indian Companies Act 1913. Queen Mary was the first patron. Started with the personal initiative and monumental efforts of Lady Marie, as Queen Mary’s Technical School (QMTS) grew by leaps and bounds. The purpose of empowering vocational training to the wounded soldiers and enabling them to earn a respectful living continued to thrive. The institute relocated to Pune (Kirkee) in 1922. In 1953, it was duly registered as a Charitable Educational Trust under the Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950.

Lady Marie Willingdon

The Journey of Empowerment Continues

In 1966, it was named Queen Mary’s Technical Institute (QMTI). This one-of-a-kind institute in India, helps soldiers with disabilities continue to thrive and shine as shining examples of perseverance and triumph. Because of advancement and rapid expansion in the professional world and various industries, the scope of training keeps evolving to bring revolutionary changes in both skill and attitude arenas.

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