Govt plans to introduce AI curriculum in most schools by 2036
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Bhubaneswar: Odisha aims to implement an artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum in 35% of schools by 2029, expanding to 90% coverage by 2036, positioning the state as a future hub for technology talent.
The comprehensive programme will introduce students to AI concepts from primary levels through specialised modules and computational thinking exercises, as per the AI Policy 2025 approved on May 28.
"This progressive approach will prepare our students for the digital age," said a senior govt official. The programme will introduce AI concepts from primary levels through specialised modules, with secondary school students advancing to data science, basic coding and AI ethics.
Chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasised the policy's transformative potential. "This initiative will empower lives, create opportunities for youth, and drive sustainable economic growth. We aim to ensure every citizen benefits from AI across key sectors including education, healthcare, agriculture, disaster management, and governance," Majhi said.
The key policy targets include training 8,000 citizens annually in AI-related skills by 2029, increasing to 18,000 annually by 2036, and establishing seven AI innovation centres and 30 incubation centres.
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The govt aspires to achieve 65% renewable energy usage in AI infrastructure and ensure 55% of STEM graduates specialise in AI by the state's centenary year.
The govt has set a target to train 75% of government officials in AI technologies by 2029 and all by 2036. The implementation will follow a hub-and-spoke model aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, leveraging funding from the India AI Mission's "Future Skills" pillar.
The state has already partnered with organisations like Intel India and Wadhwani Foundation for AI skilling programmes.
Govt officials will undergo comprehensive training in AI fundamentals, data governance, project management, and ethical considerations. "Understanding AI concepts is crucial for effective project management and informed policy-making," noted a senior govt official.
The policy's implementation will be phased over the next decade with regular outcome monitoring, aiming to ensure equitable access to technology education across urban and rural areas. This initiative aligns with the central govt's plan to train 30 lakh civil servants in AI within a year.
Through strategic partnerships with innovators, academia, and industry leaders, Odisha aims to position itself as a leading AI hub while focusing on responsible AI use and sustainable development.
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