MSDE has partnered with Intel to introduce the AI for Entrepreneurship initiative aimed at empowering the youth.

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In February 2025, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and Intel Technology India Private Limited (based in Bengaluru, Karnataka) announced a partnership to launch a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) training program called 'AI for Entrepreneurship.'


      - The program is a micro-learning module available on the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) under MSDE, aiming to provide AI and entrepreneurial skills to 1 lakh young innovators by 2025.

      - It will help simplify AI concepts and combine them with entrepreneurial thinking, enabling learners to create AI-driven business ideas.

     

Main Point :-   (i) The program is designed for people from all socio-economic backgrounds, including rural areas, and offers a certification jointly issued by MSDE, NSDC, Skill India, and Intel upon completion.

      (ii) The curriculum covers the use of AI in business, entrepreneurial strategies, and real-world problem-solving.

(iii) In addition to theoretical learning, the program includes interactive video lectures, case studies of AI-powered startups, and practical experience applying AI tools, helping learners understand the concepts clearly.

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