New Delhi, Aug 20 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India’s success in enhancing affordable broadband, transforming digital payments via UPI, and utilizing technology for governance, stating that these achievements have become exemplary global case studies.

PM Modi emphasized that India is ready to spearhead the upcoming phase of digital evolution in 5G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and cybersecurity, aiming to set global benchmarks.

In a post shared by Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, the Prime Minister’s Office stated that India’s advancements in digital infrastructure are not only empowering citizens but also influencing the global digital economy.

“Union Minister @JM_Scindia points out that India’s strides in affordable broadband, UPI, and digital governance have emerged as a global case study. He asserts that in the forthcoming wave of 5G, AI, IoT, and cybersecurity, India will take the lead and establish benchmarks,” PMO India posted on the social media platform X.

Scindia’s post highlighted partnerships between Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and four international technology giants—Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco, and Nokia—as pivotal in equipping India’s youth to navigate the digital innovation landscape.

According to Scindia, these collaborations align with flagship initiatives like Digital India, Skill India, Make in India, and Startup India, positioning India as a global center for telecommunications innovation.

At the heart of this initiative is BSNL’s premier training institute, Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT) in Jabalpur, which will act as the central hub for implementing advanced training and research programs.

As part of the collaboration, Ericsson will set up a 5G Centre of Excellence at BRBRAITT, providing practical training underpinned by global best practices.

Qualcomm will sponsor advanced courses in 5G and AI, funding training for the first 100 students and creating new employment opportunities.

Cisco will enhance its Networking Academy to improve access to top-tier training in networking and cybersecurity, while Nokia will establish a 5G and AI-ML Lab offering joint certifications to enhance graduates’ industry readiness.

Scindia highlighted that this initiative is tailored to benefit students, professionals, and public sector employees through diverse training programs ranging from intensive two-week courses to comprehensive 84-hour modules.