Not just tech — India puts jobs first at mega AI Summit in Delhi

As the Summit brings together global leaders, policymakers and technology pioneers — and is being recognised as one of the largest AI gatherings in the Global South — MSDE’s presence will underline India’s commitment to ensuring that AI strengthens livelihoods rather than displacing them.

Welcoming the Summit, Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, said:

“India’s hosting of one of the largest AI summits in the Global South reflects our resolve to shape a responsible and inclusive AI future. I look forward to meaningful engagements with global partners and to showcasing how India is equipping its youth and workforce with AI-ready skills that power growth and opportunity for all.”

A Three-Pillar Framework: Skilling in AI, With AI and For AI

The MSDE Pavilion will translate this vision into action through a comprehensive framework built around three pillars — Skilling in AI, Skilling with AI and Skilling for AI.

Skilling in AI will focus on building foundational and advanced competencies in artificial intelligence through initiatives such as SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness), NSQF-aligned emerging job roles and short-duration nano-credentials developed in partnership with industry.

Visitors will experience micro-learning modules, live dashboards and interactive installations demonstrating how AI literacy can be democratised across age groups and backgrounds, enabling learners to transition into AI-enabled careers.

Skilling with AI will highlight how artificial intelligence is transforming the delivery and governance of skill development. AI-powered platforms such as the Skill India Assistant (SIA) will guide learners toward career pathways aligned with their qualifications and interests, while recommendation engines integrated with the Skill India Digital Hub will personalise course suggestions across sectors.

AI-enabled monitoring and assessment tools — including computer vision-based practical evaluations — will showcase how technology can enhance transparency, efficiency and credibility in skill certification. These innovations collectively demonstrate how AI is being embedded within the skilling ecosystem to improve reach, quality and outcomes.

Skilling for AI will address workforce readiness in an economy where AI increasingly augments productivity. Through gamified demonstrations and real-life personas, the Pavilion will illustrate how farmers can leverage AI-driven advisory systems, electricians can diagnose faults using AI-enabled applications, construction workers can access multilingual AI learning support on-site, and weavers can co-create customised designs using AI tools.

These examples reinforce the message that AI is not limited to coders or large enterprises; it can also enhance productivity and incomes for India’s informal and blue-collar workforce.

High-Level Engagements on the Sidelines

On the sidelines of the Summit, the Minister will hold discussions with global technology leaders, academia and industry partners to strengthen collaborations in AI skilling and digital inclusion.

Shri Jayant Chaudhary is scheduled to visit the MSDE Pavilion on February 17 to review installations, interact with youth participants and engage with stakeholders showcasing AI-enabled skilling solutions.

Through its participation in the India AI Impact Summit 2026, MSDE reiterates its commitment to ensuring that India’s AI transformation remains human-centric, inclusive and employment-oriented — aligned with the broader vision of building a Viksit Bharat where technology expands opportunity and strengthens the country’s demographic dividend.