Uttar Pradesh Government Partners with NASSCOM to Boost New-Age Tech Skills | 22 Jan 2026

Why in News? 

The Uttar Pradesh (UP) government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) to enhance new-age technology skills among youth. 

Key Points 

• MoU: Department of IT and Electronics and the Centre for e-Governance signed an MoU with NASSCOM 
• Implementation: The programme will be executed through FutureSkills Prime, a national digital skilling platform supported by the Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY). 
• Focus: The partnership will emphasise new-age technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), robotic process automation (RPA), Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, 3D printing, cloud computing, mobile and social technologies. 
  • Skill Development: The initiative will offer OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) skill certifications, and internships to students and faculty. 
  • AI-Driven Vision: The partnership supports UP’s ambition to transform Lucknow into India’s first ‘AI City’ and build a robust ecosystem for AI-led innovation, capacity building, and employment generation. 
• Model: The initiative strengthens PPP (Public–Private Partnership) in skill development by leveraging industry-designed curricula and certifications. 
• Significance: The move is expected to strengthen digital governance, youth employability, and technology-driven economic growth in Uttar Pradesh by preparing a skilled workforce in emerging sectors.