“India Wants to Lead in AI, But Is Still Teaching 30-Year-Old Education Systems” — Digital Transformation Strategist Madhuram Srivastava Raises Concern
New Delhi [India], January 16: India is positioning itself as a global hub for Artificial Intelligence. However, digital transformation strategist Madhuram Srivastava believes the country is overlooking a critical foundation — its education system.
“Globally, AI is changing how businesses operate, how decisions are made, and how talent is hired. But in India, we are still teaching students using an education structure designed decades ago. Only the packaging has changed. The learning model remains focused on memorisation, not problem-solving, creativity, or real-world decision-making,” says Srivastava.
He points out that this growing gap between education and industry needs is already creating a workforce unprepared for AI-driven environments.
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