IBM to skill 5 million Indians in AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing by 2030
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Why in news
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna announced a plan to skill 5 million Indians in frontier technologies like AI and quantum computing by 2030 through the SkillsBuild program.
Background
IBM plans to train 5 million people by 2030 in AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing, cloud, data, and sustainability. The initiative will be delivered in collaboration with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
Facts for Prelims
- BodyAICTE: All India Council for Technical Education
- FactIBM target: 5 million Indians to be skilled by 2030
- S&TSkillsBuild program covers AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing, cloud, data, and sustainability
For Mains
Q. Discuss how skilling in frontier technologies like AI and quantum computing can enhance India's global economic competitiveness and scientific progress.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Skill-gap mismatch: Rapid technological evolution outpacing current vocational training curricula
- Public-Private Partnership: Leveraging corporate expertise to scale technical education infrastructure
- Economic competitiveness: Transitioning from service-based to high-value technology-led economic growth
Keywords: frontier technologies · human capital development · public-private partnership · digital literacy · economic competitiveness
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