In a bold move to empower rural India, the Indian government has launched a mission to provide free Artificial Intelligence (AI) training to 10 lakh citizens, with a sharp focus on village entrepreneurs, farmers, and small business owners.
The initiative is a part of Digital India’s 2.0 strategy aimed at bringing cutting-edge technology to grassroots communities.
📍 Key Highlights
🎯 Target: 10 lakh citizens across India
🧑🌾 Focus Group: Village entrepreneurs, self-help groups, MSMEs
🖥️ Mode: Online + community-based training centers
🤝 Partners: Tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and TCS onboard
🧠 What the AI Training Will Cover
Participants will be taught practical applications of AI in:
Agriculture: Predicting crop yields, weather patterns
Retail & Commerce: Automating inventory, customer analytics
Healthcare: Basic AI tools for diagnostics and data collection
Finance: Digital payments, fraud detection, micro-loan scoring
“This isn’t about coding. It’s about using AI tools to solve real-world rural problems,” said a senior official from the Ministry of Electronics and IT.
🏫 Where and How to Enroll
Training will be delivered via platforms like DigiLocker, MyGov, and Skill India
Local CSC (Common Service Centers) will host offline learning camps
Rural youth with basic digital literacy can apply free of cost
🌐 Empowering Bharat with AI
This initiative is aligned with India’s broader AI for All vision, aiming to:
Bridge the urban-rural digital divide
Create job-ready skills in Tier 2, Tier 3 cities and villages
Build a pipeline of AI-literate entrepreneurs
📊 Did You Know?
Over 65% of India’s population lives in rural areas
Less than 10% have access to formal tech education
But mobile penetration in villages is over 80%, making digital skilling more accessible
💬 Expert Speak
“Empowering farmers and small-town shopkeepers with AI knowledge will revolutionize productivity and entrepreneurship in India,” — Kunal Bansal, Digital Policy Analyst
📲 Real-Life Use Case
Meena Devi, a vegetable vendor in Bihar, is now using an AI-powered pricing app to track local rates and avoid middlemen losses.
💬 FAQs
Q1: Who can apply for the AI training?
Anyone above 18 with basic reading/writing skills. Digital access will be provided locally.
Q2: Is the program really free?
Yes. 100% free. Sponsored by central and state governments with tech partnerships.
Q3: Will it help me get a job?
Yes. You'll gain AI literacy certificates, helpful for government schemes, jobs, or starting your own venture.
Published on : 17th July
Published by : SMITA
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