India showcases GCC, AI and green innovation model to BRICS Labour Ministers; future of work takes centre stage
New Delhi, July 16
India on Thursday showcased its growing capabilities in Global Capability Centres, artificial intelligence, future-ready skilling and sustainable industrial development to BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers, highlighting these areas as key drivers of the future of work and inclusive economic growth.
The visit, held as part of the 12th BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers' Meeting (LEMM) under India's BRICS Presidency, saw Labour and Employment Ministers and Heads of Delegation from BRICS countries, led by Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje, visit the Bosch Global Software Technologies campus and the CII Green Business Centre in Hyderabad.
According to the Ministry of Labour and Employment, the visits highlighted "India's growing leadership in digital innovation, artificial intelligence (AI), Global Capability Centres (GCCs), future-ready skilling and sustainable industrial development."
During the visit to Bosch Global Software Technologies, the delegation interacted with senior industry leaders from Bosch, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Global Capability Centres representing sectors including healthcare, automotive and manufacturing. Discussions focused on how GCCs are driving innovation, research and development, product engineering, AI-enabled solutions and global business transformation.
The interactions also covered industry-academia collaboration, women's leadership, the use of AI to transform workplaces and efforts to build an inclusive and future-ready workforce.
The ministry said the delegation was briefed on India's expanding GCC ecosystem, which now comprises more than 2,100 Global Capability Centres employing over 2.36 million professionals. Hyderabad, with nearly 400 GCCs, has emerged as one of India's leading innovation hubs, strengthening the country's position as a preferred global destination for technology, engineering and digital transformation.
At the CII Green Business Centre, the BRICS Ministers were briefed on India's initiatives to promote green buildings, resource efficiency, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices and sustainable industrial development. The Centre of Excellence has played a key role in helping Indian industry adopt environmentally responsible business practices while improving competitiveness, resilience and quality employment.
The BRICS Ministers and Heads of Delegation also participated in a ceremonial sapling plantation at the CII Green Business Centre, reaffirming their collective commitment towards environmental sustainability.
Summing up the visit, the ministry said it "underscored India's vision of leveraging technology, innovation, skills and sustainability to shape the future of work and foster inclusive, resilient and sustainable economic growth."
— ANI
Reader Comments
Excellent to see India leading BRICS discussions on future of work. The CII Green Business Centre visit was a smart move - sustainability and AI must go hand in hand. As someone working in HR tech, I see the shift towards AI-driven workplaces happening fast. Hope our labour policies keep pace with this transformation. Kudos to Ministry for organising this!
Interesting read. I work in a GCC in Bangalore and the transformation is remarkable - from support functions to core R&D and AI innovation. But the article doesn't mention challenges like talent retention or wage pressure. Still, India positioning itself as a global tech hub for sustainable innovation is the right direction. Let's see how this translates to job creation.
Hats off to the team! From playing catch-up to setting global benchmarks in GCC, AI, and green innovation - India has come a long way. The 2.36 million professionals in GCCs is staggering. My only constructive feedback: we need to urgently address the digital divide. Unless we democratise access to AI skills and green jobs, this growth story will remain elitist. Still, proud moment for the nation! 👏
Impressive statistics - 2,100 GCCs and 2.36 million professionals. The focus on women's leadership and inclusive workforce is particularly encouraging. I've seen how Bosch and CII drive innovation in sustainability. But I wonder: are we equipping our education system fast enough for the AI-powered jobs of tomorrow? That's the real challenge for BRICS nations.
As a sustainability consultant, I'm thrilled to see green business centres getting international recognition
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