IBM to skill 5 million Indian youth in AI, Cybersecurity and Quantum by 2030

IBM commits to training 5 million learners in India on AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing by 2030 through its 'IBM SkillsBuild' program.

American technology firm IBM on Friday announced its commitment to skill 5 million learners across India in frontier technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and quantum computing, by 2030.

The initiative aims to enhance digital skills and employability, collaborating with educational institutions and focusing on hands-on learning.. (Photo for representational purposes only) (Unsplash)

The initiative, delivered through 'IBM SkillsBuild' programme, aims to create a future-ready workforce and broaden access to advanced digital skills and employability for both students and adult learners, the company said in a statement.

As part of the program, IBM will expand its education outreach across schools, universities, and vocational ecosystems. The company will collaborate with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) to drive hands-on AI learning pathways, faculty enablement programs, hackathons, and internships.

"India possesses the talent and ambition to lead the world in AI & Quantum. Fluency in frontier technologies will define economic competitiveness, scientific progress and societal transformation…By democratising access to advanced skills, we are enabling the youth and students to build, innovate and accelerate India's growth," IBM Chairman and CEO Arvind Krishna said.

This India-specific target is a part of IBM's global mission to train 30 million people worldwide by 2030.