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Ministry of Skill Development’s SOAR Programme to Integrate AI Learning in Schools
The President of India graces a special programme under the Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) initiative.
SOAR operates as an initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to integrate artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem.
Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) Programme:
| Dimension | Key Details |
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| Programme | Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) Programme |
| Nodal ministry | Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) |
| Purpose | Provides for integrating artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem |
| Vision | Positioning India as a global leader in AI by preparing youth for AI-driven careers and entrepreneurial ventures |
| Target coverage | Classes 6 to 12 and educators across India |
| Course modules | Targeted 15-hour modules for students and a 45-hour module for teachers |
| Course content | Foundational AI and machine learning concepts, data literacy, and ethical use of technology |
| Funding provision | Gov. ₹500 crore to establish a Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence for Education |
| Focus areas | Developing AI-based learning tools, promoting multilingual AI resources for Indian languages, and fostering innovative classroom practices |
| Institutional linkage | Provides for strengthening AI curriculum development across technical institutions and complementing efforts by IITs and AICTE-approved colleges that already offer advanced courses in machine learning, deep learning, and data analytics |