Bhubaneswar, June 7 -- The Odisha Higher Education Department has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Edunet Foundation to provide training in artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies to women students studying in colleges and universities across the state.

Under the initiative, students will receive training in AI, data science, machine learning, cybersecurity, Python programming and data analytics. The programme will be implemented with support from Edunet Foundation and Microsoft.

Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj said the initiative aims to equip women students with future-ready skills and enhance their employability in the technology sector.

"This is a significant step towards empowering wom...