AI-Powered Skill India Digital Hub Masterclass: Global Participation from South Africa, Pakistan, and China
The AI-Powered Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) Masterclass, held on July 4, showcased remarkable global participation. Notable engagement came from South African countries, with attendees from Pakistan and China also taking part in India’s flagship skilling platform, SIDH.
Organized by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), the World Bank, and UNESCO, the event focused on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in digital skills development. The masterclass brought together global experts and enthusiasts.
Key dignitaries included Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Dr. Haja Ramatulai Wurie, Minister of Technical and Higher Education, Sierra Leone; Ruben Sargsyan, Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Armenia; Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship; Mr. Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International; and Shreshtha Gupta, CTO, NSDC & NSDC International.
With a total registration of 3,672 individuals from 128 countries, the event truly embodied its international scope. South African countries made a strong showing, with South Africa leading at 55 registrants, followed by Nigeria with 66, Kenya with 61, and Ghana with 27 participants. Other African nations, such as Ethiopia (23), Tanzania (18), and Uganda (12) also had significant representation.
Notable participation also came from Asian countries. Pakistan had 18 registrants, while China contributed 5 participants. The diverse international participation included significant numbers from Bangladesh (138), Trinidad and Tobago (83), the Philippines (53), and the United States (20), among others.
Participants actively engaged in various sessions, including panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Their diverse perspectives and experiences enriched the event, fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment. Panelists shared insights on the transformative impact of AI on education in their regions, highlighting successful AI applications and initiatives driving digital skill development globally.
Interactive workshops provided attendees with hands-on experience and practical knowledge on implementing AI in educational settings. Participants from all countries demonstrated keen interest and enthusiasm, actively participating and sharing their own experiences and challenges.
The masterclass also served as a platform for networking and building connections across borders. Attendees seized this opportunity to establish partnerships and explore collaborative projects with peers from different parts of the world.
As the event concluded, there was a strong emphasis on the importance of continued global collaboration in advancing AI-powered education. The positive feedback from participants underscored the value of such international engagements in driving innovation and progress in the field.
The AI-Powered Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) Masterclass successfully highlighted the active and impactful involvement of countries worldwide in the AI and digital education landscape. The strong participation from South African countries, Pakistan, China, and other international participants not only enriched the event but also demonstrated the potential for cross-continental collaboration in shaping the future of education.
