The University of Delhi (DU) has collaborated on a multi-year partnership with global technology leader Google Cloud to prepare students for a digital future. The organization will stand with DU students training them with advanced skills to enter the various jobs in AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and digital literacy.
Alignment with the National Education Policy 2020
The partnership serves the vision set by India's National Education Policy-2020. The NEP emphasizes that skills, technology, and empowerment are the new face of modern education.
The Registrar Dr. Vikas Gupta emphasized that the collaboration has been instituted with an aim to enhance the career possibilities for students by aligning education with the needs of industry. He further stated that Delhi University has already instituted various courses as per NEP 2020, and that this collaboration with Google Cloud will bring great value by imparting future-ready skills to students.
Students to Get Training and Certification
Under the program, students will have access to industry-recognized certifications that validate their expertise in core technological domains such as AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. This initiative includes hands-on labs, continuous assessments, and specialized Google workshops that provide practical, real-world learning experiences beyond conventional classroom teaching.
Students will also participate in hackathons held on campus, which foster innovation, problem-solving, and competitive skills in a collaborative environment. These activities intend to hone their abilities in emerging technologies and help them gain confidence in applying theoretical knowledge practically.
The collaboration goes beyond academics by offering mentorship opportunities from industry experts to guide students through their career journeys and entrepreneurial aspirations.
Bridging the Skills Gap
Shashi Sreedharan who is the Managing Director of Google Cloud India, said that technology can bring equality. Also, it is important to help India's next generation gain practical skills for future jobs. He highlighted the collaboration with Delhi University as a key step in creating an AI-focused education system in India.
Professor Sanjeev Singh emphasized the value of this program, which includes labs, certifications, hackathons, and webinars. These offerings help ensure students are ready for jobs and can meet industry needs. The program prepares students to adapt to fast-changing technology and gives them the latest knowledge in the field.
Benefits for Delhi University and its Students
Speaking of benefits for Delhi University and Google, Dean of Colleges, Prof. Balram Pani, was optimistic that such a partnership, in his opinion, was highly likely to greatly benefit both entities. He reiterated that being the number one university in the country, DU is in a strong position to leverage this initiative to strengthen its academic ecosystem and nurture future technology leaders.
The students are expected, from the perspective of this association, to benefit immensely in conversion-enhanced learning, more employability, and exposure to a network of professionals and innovators. The certifications and experience gained through the collaboration will be a big plus for students in competitive job markets both in India and abroad.
