New Delhi, Jan. 30 -- The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) announced a new plan to expand artificial intelligence training to 500 universities nationwide. This initiative aims to create a talent pipeline for the industry by providing specialised course curriculum and training opportunities for students. The program follows a model used in the semiconductor sector, where students at 315 universities are already designing chips.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared these updates during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. He noted that the industry is currently finalising the curriculum to ensure students receive training that meets market needs. This expansion is a key part of the upcoming AI Mission 2.0, which the...