• A significant leap by Sona Devi University in the field of higher and technical education
• MoU signed with Intel Technology India Private Limited
• Students to receive advanced technical training
• MoU signed between Sona Devi University, Ghatsila and Intel Technology India Pvt. Ltd. at the AI Impact Festival 2025 held in New Delhi
• Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Group Captain Shri Subhanshu Shukla inaugurated the AI Impact Festival 2025
• Plan to launch “AI for All”
An MoU was signed yesterday between Sona Devi University, Ghatsila, and Intel Technology India Private Limited during the AI Impact Festival 2025 held in New Delhi. The conference was inaugurated by Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Group Captain Shri Subhanshu Shukla. The MoU was signed in the presence of Union Secretary Shri S. Krishnan, Additional Secretary to the Government of India Shri Abhishek Singh, Intel Foundation Global Head Ms. Sarah Kemp, and Intel India’s Shri Santosh Viswanathan.
In February 2026, the Government of India will organize a national conference in Delhi for all stakeholders and researchers involved in the field of electronics and information technology. The objective is to launch “AI for All,” supported by NITI Aayog, Atal Innovation Mission, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Electronics & IT, and others.
The MoU between Sona Devi University and Intel Technology India Pvt. Ltd. was signed by Ms. Shweta Khurana, Senior Director, Government Partnerships & International Government Affairs, Asia Pacific & Japan, Intel Initiatives, on behalf of Intel, and by Shri Prabhakar Singh on behalf of Sona Devi University.
Intel Technology India Pvt. Ltd., based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, operates several units across the country. The agreement will be effective from 01 December 2025 and remain valid until 30 November 2027. Both institutions will jointly promote AI-based programs, design and implement curricula, award certifications, and work toward enhancing digital literacy. They will also run Faculty Development Programs to empower all stakeholders in the use of digital technologies.
Each party will bear its own expenses in matters related to this MoU. Neither party will make any public announcement regarding the MoU or its contents without prior written consent from the other. Both parties have agreed to collaborate on the following proposal:
The two institutions will work together to launch Intel’s “AI for Future Workforce” program in India — a program aimed at developing a digital-first mindset and digital readiness.
The Intel AI for Future Workforce initiative has the potential to equip future workers with essential AI skills needed to thrive in the digital economy. Its objective is to develop a strong understanding of AI and focuses on:
• Simplifying AI, building technical confidence, and enabling learners to independently apply AI skills.
• Enhancing employability for AI-related jobs by developing essential technological, career development, and social skills.
• Demonstrating employability through AI projects showcasing industrial and societal impact.
For the Future Workforce Program, Intel may localize AI content for the Indian context. Intel will co-facilitate hosting the program on Sona Devi University’s website, support the university in successful implementation, organize orientation sessions for university officials, build capacities among identified trainers, jointly award co-branded certificates to trained students, and create pathways for student employment in relevant industries.
Sona Devi University may undertake the following tasks:
• Develop certificate, diploma, or degree programs based on the deployment model.
• Identify and nominate faculty members for “Train-the-Trainer” programs.
• Facilitate the hosting of the program on the university website.
Intel India, the largest Intel engineering center outside the USA, has state-of-the-art design facilities in Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Intel® is a technology company that designs and manufactures computer processors and hardware components for personal computers, servers, and other devices. It also develops network interface controllers, flash memory, SSDs, and software.
Intel Technology India Pvt. Ltd. is a private company incorporated on 03-01-1997. It is classified as a non-government company and registered with RoC-Bangalore.
Sona Devi University was established in Ghatsila by the Sona Devi Memorial Educational Foundation Trust. The university came into existence through a notification issued by the Government of Jharkhand on 17 February 2023. It is also recognized under Article 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956 by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi.
Under Section 12 of the Sona Devi University Act 2022, the Hon’ble Governor of Jharkhand appointed Shri Prabhakar Singh, Chairman & Founder of Sona Devi Memorial Educational Foundation Trust, as the first Chancellor of the university, based on a panel of three names recommended by the state government.
Sona Devi University, governed under the UGC Act 1956, currently hosts ten schools offering more than 63 courses. Various committees have been constituted for proper functioning of the university, including the Academic Council, Management Council, Governing Council, Finance Committee, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Internal Complaints Committee, Anti-Ragging Cell, and RTI Cell.
