Amaravati, May 11 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday announced a statewide deep-tech skilling initiative in collaboration with IBM SkillsBuild.
The programme will cover quantum technologies, AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship.
IBM SkillsBuild will partner with the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE), the Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC), and Amaravati Quantum Valley in this initiative.
“Today, I am delighted to announce a large-scale statewide deep-tech skilling initiative in collaboration with IBM SkillsBuild, APSCHE, APSSDC, and Amaravati Quantum Valley,” Naidu said in a post on X.
The initiative aims to reach two lakh learners in 2026–27 and scale up to 10 lakh learners over five years through digital learning platforms, industry-linked training, and globally recognised credentials, the CM said.
Further strengthening this ecosystem, Naidu noted that the proposed National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) innovation and skilling centre at Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, will focus on quantum computing, AI, quantum communication, and semiconductor technologies.
The centre is planned to begin operations this academic year itself, empowering thousands of students, researchers, and innovators with world-class infrastructure, advanced laboratories, and industry-driven learning opportunities, he said.
“On this National Technology Day, Andhra Pradesh also proudly celebrates our students for securing four gold medals and 14 silver medals in the prestigious NPTEL national examinations. These achievements reflect the talent, hard work, and growing technology ecosystem of our state,” he said.
Naidu also encouraged more students across the state to participate in advanced learning platforms, emerging technology programmes, and national-level competitions, as the government continues building a future-ready state under its Quantum Valley vision. PTI STH SSK
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