Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), a prominent provider of mission-critical enterprise services, has announced an expanded initiative to enhance artificial intelligence (AI) skills among students, civil servants, and youth in India. This effort, revealed on February 16, 2026, aims to train 50,000 students and 30,000 young people across the country as part of Kyndryl’s broader commitment to advancing digital capabilities and fostering future-ready talent.
The newly introduced programs are aligned with Kyndryl’s US$2.25 billion investment plan announced in August 2025, which focuses on supporting national digital and skilling priorities. The initiative consists of several key components, including strengthening public sector AI readiness, introducing foundational AI education in government schools, and empowering youth to act as AI change-makers in their communities.
As part of its effort to enhance public sector workforce capabilities, Kyndryl plans to integrate its AI for Governance programs with the Government of India’s Karmayogi iGOT Platform, a digital learning platform for government employees. This collaboration aims to equip public officials with essential AI knowledge, including responsible AI usage and cyber safety, enabling them to identify practical AI opportunities while enhancing cyber resilience in public institutions.
Additionally, Kyndryl is set to launch a foundational AI learning program targeted at students in government schools. The pilot initiative, which will commence in Varanasi and Ayodhya, aims to reach 50,000 students over the next two years. It will also involve upskilling 1,000 teachers across 100 schools, specifically focusing on the PM SHRI and Navodaya schools.
In a bid to empower youth as AI advocates in their communities, Kyndryl plans to train graduate students to promote AI literacy and address local challenges. This initiative is expected to engage 30,000 youth annually across various states in India over the next three years, contributing to the development of sustainable and AI-ready rural ecosystems.
“Our mission is to support both India’s digital growth and to help unlock progress at every level,” stated Lingraju Sawkar, President of Kyndryl India. He emphasized that by enhancing the AI and cyber readiness of government officials, students, and youth, Kyndryl is playing a pivotal role in building a resilient and innovative India capable of leading responsibly in the digital age.
This commitment to talent development and digital skilling was highlighted during a meeting between Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Kyndryl Chairman and CEO Martin Schroeter. Discussions centered on leveraging AI for improving government efficiency, empowering underserved communities, and scaling up skilling efforts across the nation.
Kyndryl’s initiatives align closely with national priorities concerning public sector capacity-building, education, and rural development. By fostering collaboration and targeted training programs, Kyndryl aims to contribute significantly to India’s ongoing digital transformation efforts.
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