PM Modi announces AI training for 10 million youth over the next year

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced plans to train 10 million young people in artificial intelligence tools over the next year. This initiative aims to equip them with the skills required to lead in the field of AI and enhance their employability and career prospects.

In his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, Modi also highlighted the importance of youth in India's journey towards development, citing the country's significant rise in entrepreneurship with over 2.5 lakh startups operating across the country. He mentioned that young entrepreneurs are contributing to employment generation.

Modi additionally announced free online coaching lessons for competitive exams to ease the financial burden on families and support youth in accessing educational opportunities. The initiative comes amid nationwide protests over access to jobs and educational opportunities, and pressures on students in India.

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