Microsoft to train 2 lakh youth in Andhra Pradesh on AI, tech skills

The Minister stated that the partnership with Microsoft will enhance the employability of the state's youth and prepare them for global opportunities

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Press Trust of India Amaravati
1 min read Last Updated : Mar 13 2025 | 5:36 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Thursday announced that the state government has entered into an agreement with global tech giant Microsoft to train two lakh youth in Artificial Intelligence and advanced skills.

The Minister stated that the partnership with Microsoft will enhance the employability of the state's youth and prepare them for global opportunities.

"Through this partnership two lakh youngsters will receive world-class training, boosting their employability and equipping them for global opportunities," Lokesh wrote in a post on 'X'.

According to Nara Lokesh, the Andhra Pradesh government is placing a strong emphasis on skill development, with a commitment to make the state a hub for future-ready talent, driving innovation and growth.

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First Published: Mar 13 2025 | 5:36 PM IST

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