Hyderabad, Dec 1 (NationPress) The Artificial Intelligence University, set to be established through technical partnerships with some of the world’s leading universities, is expected to commence operations within the next two months, as confirmed by Telangana’s Minister for Information Technology and Industries, Duddilla Sridhar Babu, on Monday.

The initiative aims to offer advanced training in emerging technologies for software engineers and students nearing graduation.

The forthcoming AI University, launching in two months with backing from prestigious global institutions, will focus on extensive reskilling and upskilling for engineers and students entering the AI landscape.

The minister made these remarks during the opening of the Covalent AI Innovation Centre.

Sridhar Babu emphasized that the rapid evolution of AI necessitates that professionals, whether in coding or other tech sectors, enhance their skill sets. The new AI University will provide a platform for reskilling and upskilling, preparing the workforce with state-of-the-art capabilities.

The IT minister indicated that while Silicon Valley showcases global tech leadership, Shenzhen exemplifies world-class manufacturing, and Singapore signifies discipline and effective governance—Hyderabad is evolving as a unique blend of all three. He asserted that no other city in India offers an ecosystem as favorable and supportive as Hyderabad.

“Hyderabad now ranks as the city with the highest number of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in the nation. Esteemed global banking and financial firms have opted for Hyderabad to establish their GCCs, which is a source of great pride. The city has also achieved significant advancements in the life sciences sector—producing one-third of India’s vaccines and witnessing the emergence of numerous healthcare innovation centers. This type of ecosystem is unparalleled elsewhere,” the minister stated.

He attributed these accomplishments to the government's strong commitment and clear vision.

Currently, the Covalent Centre employs around 500 engineers, and Covalent plans to rapidly expand by adding 3,000 new jobs in the next two years.

The minister praised Covalent Chairman C.V. Subramanyam, highlighting his remarkable journey—starting with just 18 employees decades ago under the name Cigniti, and transforming it into a global enterprise employing thousands today.

Participating in the event were Covalent Chairman Subramanyam, IT & Industries Special Chief Secretary Sanjay Kumar, Government IT Advisor Saikrishna, and UK Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen.