Digital India futureSKILLS Summit 2024: Shaping India's Talent Future

• 16 Feb 2024

On 15^th February, the Ministry of Electronics & IT hosted the inaugural Digital India futureSKILLS Summit in Guwahati.

Key Points

• The summit aims to convene leading minds from various sectors to strategize on talent development for India's future.
• Union Minister inaugurated the summit, joined by a diverse group of stakeholders, including young Indians, thought leaders, industry experts, policymakers, educators, and technology enthusiasts.
• The summit will delve into the impact of rapid digitization on global opportunities, particularly focusing on emerging technologies like AI, ML, Semiconductors, Robotics, and CyberSecurity.
• The discussions aim to identify avenues for harnessing these opportunities for India's youth.
• More than 20 strategic collaborations are expected to be announced during the summit, fostering partnerships between industry leaders, academic institutions, and government bodies.
• These collaborations aim to align educational curricula with industry demands and standards.
• Four panel discussions will cover key themes such as Semicon India, IndiaAI, Cyber Security & Emerging Technologies, and Digital futureSKILLS for India's global workforce.
• Each panel will feature esteemed panelists and moderators, fostering in-depth discussions and knowledge exchange.