Microsoft to set up 10 AI labs, train 5 lakh youth in India

BENGALURU: Microsoft India plans to train 5 lakh youth in artificial intelligence across the country over the next three years and set up AI labs in 10 universities.

The company would also upskill 10000 developers in emerging technology areas.

The software major said 700 organizations including government bodies in the country are using its AI solutions now and nearly 60% of them are large enterprises.


Microsoft said it is seeing faster transformation across businesses in India and that is resulting in sharp rise in demand.

Microsoft also started Intelligent Cloud Hub Program to equip research and higher education institutions with AI infrastructure, build curriculum and help both faculty and students to build their skills and expertise in cloud computing, data sciences, AI and IoT.

“We believe AI will enable Indian businesses and more for India's progress, especially in education, skilling, healthcare and agriculture. Microsoft also believes that it is imperative to build higher awareness and capabilities on security, privacy, trust and accountability. The power of AI is just beginning to be realized and can be a game-changer for India,” said Anant Maheshwari, President, Microsoft India.

Maheshwari said organisations in India are catching up fast.

Microsoft India has created four pillars - enabling digital transformation, building coalitions for responsible innovation, bridging the skills gap and enhancing employability and creating sustained social impact.