The Delhi government on Friday rolled out Delhi AI Grind, a city-wide programme to teach artificial intelligence skills to students starting from Class 6, aiming to build early digital literacy and problem-solving capacity among schoolchildren. The flagship initiative is part of the Education Department’s push to mainstream AI education across government schools.
What the programme covers
According to the Directorate of Education (DoE) scheme document, Delhi AI Grind will be implemented across schools with industry and academic partners, and targets creative, hands-on learning so students can apply AI to real-world problems. The programme’s objectives include activating student creativity across the city and mobilising young innovators to convert Delhi’s demographic dividend into a knowledge-economy advantage.
Who must participate and timeline
The DoE circular and media reports say the initiative will be rolled out between December and March and will cover students aged roughly 10–25, with mandatory participation for students in Classes 6–9 and Class 11 as per the programme guidelines. The drive aims to reach lakhs of learners through school modules, workshops and industry-led labs.
Teacher training and ecosystem support
Delhi has already begun upskilling teachers so they can integrate AI tools into classroom teaching. State teacher-training bodies will coordinate with industry partners and higher-education institutions to deliver capacity building — a move experts say is critical for sustainable AI education at scale.
Why it matters
Early exposure to AI concepts — from data literacy and basic machine learning ideas to ethical use of algorithms — prepares students for future careers and helps reduce the digital skills gap. Delhi’s programme also aims to democratise access by bringing AI learning into government schools rather than leaving it to private tuition or urban centres.
The road ahead
Officials say the initiative will be monitored with measurable milestones and industry feedback. If execution matches ambition, Delhi AI Grind could become a model for state-level AI education rollouts elsewhere — provided infrastructure, reliable connectivity and sustained teacher support are ensured.
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