New Delhi, May 16 -- The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, today announced the launch of the Skill India Assistant (SIA)-an AI-powered digital skilling tool developed in collaboration with Meta, using its open-source Llama models. This marks the world's first large-scale initiative of its kind, where an open-source AI model is being integrated into a nationwide public skilling mission on WhatsApp, providing access to millions of Indians across the country.

Accessible via WhatsApp at +91 8448684032 and available on the Skill India Digital Hub, SIA offers people a unique opportunity to explore skilling courses, discover nearby training centers, and access job opportunities tailored to their nee...