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India Poised for Global AI Leadership, Says Andhra CM Naidu at Summit

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed strong optimism about India's role in global artificial intelligence leadership at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. He highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's active promotion of India's AI capabilities on the world stage. Naidu announced a major partnership between the Andhra Pradesh government and IBM to skill one lakh young people in AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing over the next few years. The summit in New Delhi gathered policymakers and industry leaders to discuss AI-driven innovation and economic growth.

Key Points: India to Lead in AI, Announces Andhra-IBM Skill Pact: Naidu

  • India's growing global AI leadership
  • PM Modi promoting AI capabilities
  • Andhra-IBM pact to skill 1 lakh youth
  • Focus on AI, cybersecurity, quantum tech
  • Integrated data centres development
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India will provide global leadership in AI: Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu

Andhra CM Naidu says India will provide global AI leadership, announces partnership with IBM to skill 1 lakh youth in AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing.

"India will provide global leadership in AI and related industries. - Chandrababu Naidu"

New Delhi, February 20

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Friday expressed optimism about India's growing leadership in artificial intelligence, stating that the country is set to play a global leadership role in AI and related industries.

Speaking to ANI at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Naidu said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is actively promoting India's AI capabilities globally.

"We are all very happy. Our Prime Minister is promoting India's AI globally. This is an inspiring time. Everything is happening in India. India will provide global leadership in AI and related industries," Naidu said.

Highlighting the broader technological ecosystem, the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister also emphasised developments in integrated data centres and quantum technologies.

"Not just AI, integrated data centres, AI, quantum, you name it. We are very happy. Things are happening positively. We are living in an inspiring time. Everybody has to work in that direction," he added.

Naidu also announced on his X account that the Andhra Pradesh government has partnered with IBM to skill one lakh youngsters in the state across artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and quantum computing.

"We're partnering with IBM to skill one lakh talented youngsters in Andhra Pradesh across AI, Cybersecurity, and Quantum Computing. Over the next three to five years, our learners will gain industry-aligned, future-ready skills and strengthen the State's emerging tech workforce," Naidu said in a post on X.

He further informed that a Letter of Intent on this had been signed with Ana Paula, SVP and Chair of IBM EMEA and Growth Markets; Sandip Patel, Managing Director, IBM India and South Asia; Dr Amith Singhee, Director, IBM Research India and CTO; and Kishore Balaji, Executive Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs, at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 brings together policymakers, industry leaders and technology experts to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and its role in driving innovation and economic growth.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone working in tech, I'm cautiously optimistic. Announcements are great, but execution is key. The partnership with IBM is promising, but we need to ensure these skills are actually aligned with what the industry needs and that jobs are created locally.
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Priya S
Very inspiring! It's high time we stopped being just the back office and started leading in cutting-edge tech. Hope this initiative reaches tier-2 and tier-3 cities in AP, not just Hyderabad and Vizag. The youth in smaller towns have immense talent.
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Rohit P
Good move, but let's not forget the basics. We still have digital literacy gaps in many villages. AI leadership is important, but we need a strong foundation first. Also, hope the courses are affordable and accessible to all sections of society.
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Karthik V
Quantum computing too? Wow, that's ambitious and exciting. If we can get a head start in quantum alongside AI, it will be a game-changer for sectors like pharmaceuticals and finance. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
Interesting to see the global perspective here. India has the demographic dividend and the technical talent pool to make this happen. The collaboration with a major player like IBM gives this initiative serious credibility on the world stage.

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