IIT Delhi and Walmart Global Tech sign ₹9 crore agreement

IIT Delhi has collaborated with Walmart Global Tech to strengthen research, education, and talent development in the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Data Learning. According to a report by NDTV, this partnership will be implemented through the institute's Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence. The initiative is valued at approximately ₹9 crore and will span four years.

The primary objective of this partnership is to support advanced AI research and expand learning opportunities for students. Additionally, the project aims to strengthen the development of skilled professionals and educators in this field. IIT Delhi's Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence will work towards expanding academic and research activities in AI, ML, and Data Science.

Under this initiative, special focus will be placed on providing assistance to researchers, offering fellowships to students, providing incentives for faculty development, and strengthening teacher development. This initiative is expected to assist in the development of research infrastructure. It will also provide students and researchers with opportunities to work in advanced fields of Artificial Intelligence.

Professor Jayant Jain, Dean of Corporate Relations at IIT Delhi, stated that Artificial Intelligence is bringing significant changes in sectors such as research, industry, and society. He also emphasised the importance of industry partnerships in strengthening advanced research, innovation, and technology-driven entrepreneurship. Expressing confidence in this collaboration with Walmart Global Tech, he said that this partnership will make a meaningful impact in the long run through research and academic initiatives.

In the Indian technology sector, such industry-academic linkages can greatly assist in preparing future technical experts. Through this four-year project, the institute's research infrastructure will be enhanced, and students will receive more opportunities to gain practical knowledge.