Tue Jan 07 12:15:34 UTC 2025: ## Microsoft to Invest $3 Billion in India’s AI Future, Train 10 Million

**NEW DELHI –** Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a $3 billion investment in India on Tuesday, marking the company’s largest single expansion in the country to date. The investment will bolster Microsoft’s cloud computing (Azure) and artificial intelligence capabilities. This significant commitment follows recent visits from other tech giants, highlighting India’s growing importance as an AI hub.

Nadella, who met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, revealed plans to train 10 million Indians in AI skills by 2030. This ambitious goal builds upon a previous pledge to train 2 million by 2025. The CEO emphasized the importance of regional expansion, citing investments in Central, South, West, and South Central India, as well as collaborations with Jio.

The investment underscores Microsoft’s confidence in India’s burgeoning tech sector and its vast pool of skilled programmers. Nadella highlighted the potential for correlation between a nation’s GDP growth and its AI-driven efficiency gains. He described the current environment as “golden for systems” in terms of innovation. Microsoft’s global AI investment this year is expected to reach approximately $80 billion, further demonstrating the company’s commitment to the technology’s future. The company aims to empower both individuals and organizations in India to leverage the opportunities presented by AI.

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