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Hindustan Times
11-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
BSNL joins hands with global tech firms for 5G, AI, and digital skilling
NEW DELHI: State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has entered into memoranda of understanding with Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco, and Nokia to roll out advanced digital skilling programmes at the Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT) in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. In this image released by @JM_Scindia via X on Aug. 11, 2025, Union minister for communications Jyotiraditya M Scindia chairs a meeting regarding MoU signings between BSNL India with Ericsson SEA and India, Qualcomm Research and Technologies, Cisco India and Nokia India. (@JM_Scindia/ANI) The initiative, announced in the presence of union communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, seeks to train over 2,000 students annually in emerging technologies, including 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), networking, and cybersecurity. 'Today the spotlight is on India. Not because we have the largest market in the world, but because we represent a significant opportunity. As close to 50% of the world's human resource talent resides in India. Today is the beginning of a new dawn,' said Scindia. The four companies are also expected to offer employment opportunities to students after they have completed their training at the institute. Apart from these four, Scindia hinted that many more companies such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Tejas Networks would alo enter into similar partnerships with the government. 'PM Modi ji has always had a vision of growing India into a vishwaguru (global teacher). From local to global, India will not just make in India, but make for the world,' added Scindia. The collaborations are part of the Department of Telecommunications' plan to establish a Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) at BRBRAITT. Envisioned as a centre of excellence, TIRTC will focus on telecom-specific research and development, product innovation, and entrepreneurship, aligning with national programmes such as Digital India, Skill India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat. According to the MoUs signed, Ericsson will set up a 5G Centre of Excellence at BRBRAITT, offering training through its global Ericsson Educate platform. Qualcomm will establish a Qualcomm Institute to deliver advanced 5G and AI training, including internships, and sponsor training for the first 100 participants. Meanwhile, Cisco will expand its Networking Academy programme to strengthen skills in networking, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure, providing free online resources. Nokia will help create a 5G Centre of Excellence and an AI/ML Lab, training 300 students annually in 5G radio, core networks, and AI/ML applications, supported by the Telecom Sector Skill Council. According to the ministry, the courses would range from two-week modules to longer 84-hour programmes, with Phase 1 investments exceeding ₹1 crore. Telecom secretary Neeraj Mittal said the public-private partnership will not only train public sector staff and trainers, but also students and employees of telecom service providers through short-term, medium-term, and long-term courses. 'India stands at the cusp of a digital revolution, and our success will hinge on how well we skill our people. Skilling is not just about preparing for jobs. It's about empowering individuals and fostering innovation,' said Nitin Bansal, country head, Ericsson India.
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Business Standard
11-08-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
BSNL to offer AI, 5G networking course, sign MoU with global tech companies
BSNL has signed MoUs with Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco, and Nokia to launch 5G, AI, and networking training at its Jabalpur institute, aiming to train over 2,000 participants annually New Delhi Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ericsson India, Qualcomm Technologies, Cisco Systems, and Nokia Solutions and Networks India for conducting training programmes in 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, networking, and cybersecurity. The training will be organised at the Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT) in Jabalpur. The agreements were signed in the presence of Union Minister of Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia, along with officials from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), BSNL, and representatives of the companies, according to the government press release. 'From local to global, India will not just make in India, but make for the world. Jabalpur will be at the heart of this transformation,' Scindia said. Plan to establish telecom innovation and training centre The MoU is a part of the DoT plan to establish a Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) at BRBRAITT. The primary focus of this centre will be on research related to telecommunication, development, and skills training. Training capacity and course details Industry roles in training programme Ericsson India will establish a 5G Centre of Excellence at BRBRAITT and provide both on-site and online training under the Ericsson Educate Programme. Qualcomm Technologies Inc will set up a Qualcomm Institute focusing on 5G and AI training, including online content, live sessions, and internships. Training for the first 100 participants will be sponsored by the company. Cisco Systems will use the Cisco Networking Academy Programme to provide training in networking, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure, with free access to curriculum and tools. Nokia Solutions and Networks India Pvt Ltd will support the creation of a 5G Centre of Excellence and AI/ML lab, with training for 300 participants annually, and a joint certification with BRBRAITT.
Time of India
11-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Ericsson, Nokia, Qualcomm, Cisco ink pacts with BSNL to train students in 5G, IoT, AI/ML
NEW DELHI: Swedish telecom gear maker Ericsson , Finnish Nokia , Qualcomm Research & Technologies, and American network equipment vendor Cisco on Monday signed separate Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with the Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT), Jabalpur, to train engineering students in next-generation technologies, including 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT). BRBRAITT is an apex-level training institute under the state-controlled telecom carrier Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited ( BSNL ). The organisations signed the pacts in the presence of Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia, Department of Telecommunications (DoT) Secretary Neeraj Mittal, senior officials from the DoT, BSNL, and representatives from the vendor companies. This development is a step towards a broader plan by the telecom department to establish a Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) at BRBRAITT. The industry-led TIRTC will focus on developing telecom-specific research and development talent and a future-ready workforce. It will also support product innovation, prototyping, and telecom entrepreneurship in the long term. 'In a landmark step for youth empowerment and skill development, @BSNLCorporate has signed MoUs with @EricssonIndia, @QCOMResearch, @cisco_in & @NokiaIndia to train the youth in 5G, AI/ML, networking & more, empowering them to drive India's digital transformation and Aatmanirbhar Bharat,' Scindia said in a tweet on X (formely Twitter Corp). 'Advanced training programmes at BSNL's apex institute — Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training, Jabalpur, will shape world-class professionals and accelerate our connected, tech-driven future,' the union minister said. Ericsson, in its statement, said that as part of this partnership, engineering students will be trained annually through face-to-face, instructor-led sessions at the Ericsson 5G Center of Excellence hosted at BRBRAITT, adding that nearly 2,200 students will gain access to face-to-face as well as self-paced online Ericsson Educate modules covering the essentials of 5G and IoT through this program. The training curriculum will include both theory and practical sessions covering 5G architecture, key use cases, and hands-on exposure to 5G equipment. These programs are aimed at engineering students from the third and fourth years, particularly those specialising in information technology, electronics & communication, and computer science. 'At Ericsson, we are deeply committed to India's digital growth journey. This collaboration is a step forward in building a future-ready talent pool that can innovate, design, and lead in new-age technologies like 5G and IoT,' said Nitin Bansal, managing director (MD), Ericsson India. Nokia India will support the creation of a 5G Centre of Excellence and AI/ML Lab at BRBRAITT. The programme will train 300 students annually in 5G radio, core networks, and AI/ML applications. It includes a joint certification programme by Nokia and BRBRAITT, with support from the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC). Qualcomm, in turn, will set up a Qualcomm Institute at BRBRAITT, focusing on advanced 5G and AI training for students, BSNL trainers, and government stakeholders. The programme will include premium online content, live sessions, and internships. The American chipmaker will sponsor training for the first 100 participants in the inaugural year. Cisco will leverage its Cisco Networking Academy Program to enhance skills in networking, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure. It will provide free access to online curriculum and digital tools, while BSNL will coordinate implementation across non-profit educational institutions nationwide, promoting equitable access to digital learning.
