The Tech Panda takes a look at the efforts at skilling, upskilling, and reskilling in the tech industry.
AI: AI Enablement Initiative Across Engineering Colleges in Bihar
Tiger Analytics, a AI and analytics consulting firm, in partnership with Akhil Bhartiya Yuva Utthan Evam Samaj Kalyan Sansthan (ABYUESKS) & Enqurious, a next-gen Data and AI skilling and talent enablement company, conducted a two-day Data Analytics workshop at Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT) on February 10th and 11th, 2026.
“Bihar has always been a powerhouse of intellectual talent,” said Mahesh Kumar, CEO of Tiger Analytics. “Our goal is to ensure that these students are not only academically strong, but also industry-ready to thrive in the global AI and data economy.”
“Partnering with MIT Muzaffarpur has been an incredible experience,” said Amit Choudhary, CEO and Founder of Enqurious. “By combining the industry depth of Tiger Analytics with the enablement frameworks of Enqurious, we are empowering students to solve complex, real-world problems from day one.”
Finance: Strengthening Risk Management & Financial Education Ecosystem in India
NAL Academy Limited (formerly known as NSE Academy Limited) (NAL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), and the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), the professional association for risk management, announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing education, certification pathways, and professional capability building in the domains of risk management, financial markets, and allied analytics.
Rich Apostolik, President and CEO of GARP, said: “As organizations in India and around the world leverage technological innovation to drive operational efficiencies and business growth they become increasingly vulnerable to non-financial threats like cybersecurity breaches and Generative AI model risk that can impact business resilience, reputation and financial performance. This collaboration with NAL Academy is a great first step in the support of upskilling on AI risk and governance, closely aligning with GARP’s educational mission and RBI’s FREE-AI Framework.”
STEM: STEM & Future Technologies Immersion Programme for High School Students across 4 Cities
Centre for Teacher Accreditation (CENTA) Pvt. Ltd., the platform for teacher certification and professional development, announced its partnership with L&T EduTech, a digitally-driven learning initiative by the Larsen & Toubro Group, to launch an innovation and future technologies immersion programme, with phase 1 being for about 3000 high school students across Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, in collaboration with 100 schools. This also feeds into India’s strong focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) towards global leadership.
“If students are to develop strong problem-solving abilities, STEM education needs to move well beyond concepts and definitions and into real-world application. Through this programme, done as a partnership between L&T EduTech and CENTA, students will learn design thinking and future technologies, including AI and robotics, while addressing real-life industry-linked challenges through L&T Edutech’s support. Our focus is on helping students think critically, work collaboratively, and build confidence in applying technology to solve problems they can relate to,” said Ramya Venkataraman, Founder & CEO of CENTA.
Scholarship Programme: Fully Funded Scholarship Programme at Mumbai Enterprise Campus
The University of Bristol signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra to introduce a fully funded scholarship programme for meritorious students at its upcoming Mumbai Enterprise Campus. The initiative aims to widen access to world-class international education for talented students across Maharashtra, particularly those facing significant personal or socio-economic challenges.
Devendra Fadnavis, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra, said, “Education is the strongest foundation for inclusive growth and global competitiveness. This partnership with the University of Bristol creates transformational opportunities for meritorious students from Maharashtra to access world-leading education while remaining connected to public service and nation-building. We are delighted to partner with a globally respected institution to nurture talent that will contribute to Maharashtra’s and India’s future.”
STEM: STEM Lab to Promote Experiential Learning
Ambuja Cements, the 9th largest building materials solutions provider globally and part of the diversified Adani Portfolio, as part of its CSR, inaugurated a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Lab at the Ambuja Cements supported Zilla Parishad Primary School in Upparwahi, Chandrapur.
The programme also featured an interaction session where student Nisha Kanarkar interviewed the Chief Guest, who responded enthusiastically. Along with the STEM Lab, a cement concrete road was also inaugurated, contributing to improved local infrastructure.
