This initiative is part of India’s broader commitment to fostering innovation, promoting inclusion, and driving economic growth by equipping the next generation with essential skills to thrive in a fast-evolving digital economy. By leveraging Intel’s expertise in AI and entrepreneurship, the program seeks to make advanced knowledge accessible to learners from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring that no one is left behind in India’s technological journey.
About the Module
The “AI for Entrepreneurship” module furthers the Indian government’s vision to empower youth with world-class knowledge and tools to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the digital economy. The key objectives of this initiative include:
- Demystifying AI Concepts: Simplifying AI principles and applications to make them comprehensible and actionable for all. The programme also addresses myths and misconceptions around AI and entrepreneurship, inspiring informed decision-making.
- Fostering Entrepreneurial Thinking: Cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset to help learners explore opportunities and solve real-world challenges through innovative approaches.
- Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: Ensuring equal access to knowledge for learners from all regions and socio-economic backgrounds, bridging the urban-rural divide in India’s technological journey.
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The module is hosted on the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH). The program offers:
- Interactive Learning: Engaging modules enriched with multimedia elements to cater to varied learning styles.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering the intersection of AI and entrepreneurship, the module explores topics such as leveraging AI for business success, essential entrepreneurial strategies, and innovative problem-solving.
- Inclusive Accessibility: The module is designed to be intuitive and accessible to individuals in both urban and rural settings.
- Industry-Endorsed Certification: Participants will receive a joint certification from MSDE, NSDC, Skill India, and Intel, enhancing their professional credentials and employability.
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary said AI has the potential to transform India’s future.
“This initiative embodies our commitment to fostering innovation, empowering individuals, and building a skilled workforce ready to shape the industries of tomorrow. Together, let us harness the power of AI to unlock potential, create jobs, and drive our nation towards a brighter, self-reliant future where talent and technology drive India’s growth story.”
Gokul Subramaniam, President of Intel India and Vice President of Client Computing Group, spoke about Intel’s commitment to advancing AI and entrepreneurship in India: “AI as a technology unlocks many possibilities, bringing about a generational shift. By offering home-grown entrepreneurship education content as part of Intel’s AI skilling initiative, we aim to inspire young minds to create innovative business solutions and contribute to India’s societal and economic growth.”
This collaboration between the Indian government and Intel is envisioned as a major catalyst in India’s skilling ecosystem. The initiative seeks to empower youth to become changemakers and economic drivers by making AI approachable and fostering entrepreneurial thinking.
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