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The Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a ₹500 crore Centre of Excellence in AI for education during her Budget 2025 speech. This initiative aims to enhance educational infrastructure, including the establishment of 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in government schools to foster innovation. Additionally, new infrastructure will be developed for five IITs to accommodate 6,500 more students, reflecting a significant increase in student enrollment over the past decade.
The budget also emphasizes improving internet connectivity through the Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme, which will provide digital Indian language books for better comprehension in education. Furthermore, the government plans to expand medical education by adding 10,000 new seats in medical colleges over the next five years. These initiatives collectively aim to leverage AI and technology to transform the educational landscape in India.
• ₹500 crore allocated for a Centre of Excellence in AI for education.
• 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs to be established in government schools.
A dedicated facility aimed at advancing knowledge and innovation in AI education.
Innovation hubs in schools designed to encourage creativity and scientific exploration among students.
A program to provide digital books in Indian languages, enhancing educational accessibility.
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