From the CEOâs Desk
A recent insight from a discussion on AI and learning has stayed with me: while AI is clearly boosting personal productivity, its impact on organizationalproductivityisfarlessvisibleâatleastfornow.
We are already seeing individuals complete tasks faster, make better decisions, and save valuable hours. Often, that time flows back into personal life and thatâs a good thing. But it also presents a quiet opportunity: how do we convert these individual gains into collective progress?
The shift will not happen automatically. It requires intent. First, we need to make time visible. If AI is saving hours, letâs acknowledge it and consciously decide where that time goes. Second, we can channel saved time into higher-value work deeper learner engagement, strongeremployerconnects,bettertrackingofoutcomes.
Third, we should build team-level goals, not just individual efficiency. Productivity must be measured in outcomes, not effort. And finally, we need to create a culture of reinvestment where using AI is not just aboutfinishingfaster,butaboutcontributingmoremeaningfully.
At NIIT Foundation, we are still learning what this shift truly requires. We are experimenting, trying different approaches, and discovering what works in our context. Perhaps these ideas are a starting point small, deliberate steps toward ensuring that personal productivity, over time, translatesintostrongercollectiveimpact.
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AIforImpact:TransformingLearning,Livelihoods&Inclusion
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping how we learn and work. Yet for many people especially first-time technology users AI is still surrounded by myths. Some believe it is too complex. Others worryitwillreplacejobs.Manyassumeitismeantonlyforexperts.
AtNIITFoundation,weareaddressingtheseperceptionshead-on by integrating AI across our employability programs. The goal is simple: help learners understand AI, explore it with confidence, anduseitasapracticaltoolintheirdailywork.
âAIisnotjustatechnologytounderstandâitisatooltoexplore, experimentwith,andusetocreatenewopportunities.â
ParticipantsareintroducedtogenerativeAItoolsandencouraged to experiment with themâfrom improving communication and productivity to solving problems and exploring new ideas. The focus is not just on understanding the technology, but on discoveringhowitcanmakeworkfaster,moreefficient,andmore creative.
Equally important is helping learners engage with AI responsibly. Conversationsaroundethics,responsibleuse,andcriticalthinking arewovenintothelearningprocess.
By making AI accessible to youth, women, and underserved communities, NIIT Foundation is helping ensure that emerging technologiesbecometoolsoflearning,livelihoods,andinclusion.
Did You Know?
While4G/5GcoversmostofIndia,majorityofruralyouthare effectivelymobile-onlyusers:roughly70%â90%
NReach Partner Spotlight
NeenaJolly
Founder&Trustee,Adharshila
We have had a long-standing and meaningful association with the NIIT Foundation, and together, we have empowered a large number of youth with digital skills that are enabling them to step confidently into the workforce and takeondiverserolesinthecorporatesector.
Over the years, this partnership has grown stronger through mutual learning, shared experience, and a common commitment to excellence. Together, we havecontinuouslyrefinedtheprogramtoensurefocusedimplementationand timelyoutcomes.
At Adharshila, we strongly believe that impact is not just about numbers, but about quality outcomes. This shared philosophy is what makes our collaborationwithNIITFoundationtrulyspecial.
Oneofthemostuniqueaspectsofthisprogramisthestrongrapportbetween instructors and students. This creates a nurturing, peer-driven learning environment where each student graduates with not only technical skills, but alsoconfidence,collaboration,andasenseofbelonging.
As the Adharshila family continues to grow, we are proud to see the impact deepening - shaping the youth of today into capable, confident individuals whowillcontributetoastrongertomorrow.
âInvest your time in learning and practicing regularly. This is the best time to transform yourself and work toward your goals. The courses provided by NIIT Foundation can truly change your life if youputinsincereeffort.â
-PRINCERANJAN
Prince Ranjan, a 21-year-old commerce graduate from Delhi, began his journey as an introverted young professional with experience in airline backend operations. Encouraged by a friend, he enrolled in NIIT Foundationâs training programs, where he developed strong communication and professional skills. With consistentsupportandpracticallearning,Prince transformed his confidence and capabilities, eventually securing a supervisory role with an international company and becoming a key supportsystemforhisfamily.
elieveinmyselfmuch.Butmy and speak up. By the end of earlyandfeltsureofmyselfâ
-VISHALIRAJRA
Vishali Rajra, a 21 year old from Bishnah, Jammu, faced financial hardship that forced her to pause her education and support her family. With limited opportunities and low confidence, her prospects seemed uncertain. Her journey changed when she enrolled in a Retail and Inventory Management course through NIIT Foundation. The training built confidence and skills, leading to her placement , enabling her to achieve financial independenceandrenewedself-belief.
CSR Partner Spotlight
KumarJain
ary,RotaryClubofDelhiGardenCity
earsago,whentheRotaryClubofDelhi City (RCDGC), New Delhi decided to program to help 12th pass slum n skilling and securing a good job, our prioritywastogetthesupportfromNIIT n(NF)fortheprogram.
NIIT Foundation is a pioneer in Digital Skilling in India and is well recognised for the same. We were pleasantly surprised when NIIT Foundationagreedtosupportoursmallprogramfully.Andrightfromthat day,ithasbeenaveryfruitful,positivepartnership.
NIIT Foundation provides end-to-end support- the most updated curriculum, guidance on mobilisation and selection of students, trained faculty,industryinterfaceforthestudents,andhelpinplacement.
The biggest positive is the quality and attitude of the team- they have a genuine interest in benefiting the underprivileged section of the country and ensuring that they get the best training and skill enhancement. The curriculum is kept fully updated to reflect industry needs, and the faculty undergoesregulartrainingsothattheyareupdated.
NIIT Foundation has gone much beyond digital skills now, offering programs across multiple functional areas, including English speaking, communication,andsoftskills.Inshort,ourexperiencehasshownthatNIIT Foundation is the ideal partner for any program involving skilling todayâs youthforgainfulemployment.
NIIT Foundation has signed a three-year MoU with the Department of College Education, Government of Rajasthan, to skill one lakh youth across the state with industry-relevantcapabilities,strengthening youth employability under the stateâs skill andyouthpolicies.
JagranJoshâ9Jan2026
Indiaâs future workforce is increasingly emerging from small towns and villages. By bridging the digital divide and strengthening skill infrastructure through government, CSR, and local initiatives, localized training and strategic investments can unlock this talent anddrivebalancednationalgrowth.
NIITFoundation,inpartnershipwithMahindraFinance, successfully conducted the Dhan Samvaad Digital & Financial Literacy Programme in Mathura, aimed at strengthening digital, financial, and cyber awareness amongworkersfromtheunorganisedsector.
BWPeopleâ23Feb2026
Over 500 candidates from Jammu and nearby districts participated in the ITC Mission SunehraKal Mega Job Fair, organised by ITC in collaboration with NIIT Foundation and the District Employment and Counselling Centre (DECC), Jammu. The event brought together 21 reputed employers and jobseekers for direct interactions, interviews,andpreliminaryassessments.
The job fair created opportunities across multiple sectors, with several recruiters conducting on-the-spot interviews It strengthened local industryâtalent connections and supported the regional placementecosystem
Organisers highlighted that the event was inclusive and aimed at connecting skilled youth with meaningful employment opportunities, with further follow-up and placement processes continuing after the event.
NITI Aayog has partnered with NIIT Foundation to boost digital literacy and skill development in Aspirational Blocks, aiming to reach 1.2 lakh beneficiaries with 40% women participation and build inclusive,future-readycommunities.
A Digital and Financial Literacy program was conducted at SLMG Beverages Pvt. Ltd., Lucknow,byMahindraFinance and NIIT Foundation to empower gig workers. The session covered digital transactions, government schemes, DigiLocker usage, and protection from digital fraud.
NIIT Foundation, in partnership with Cisco, marked a major milestone under the Cyber Suraksha initiative, empowering 1.5 millionlearnerswithessentialcybersafety awareness and skills. The Cyber Suraksha Plus Milestone Event, held in Mumbai, underscored the growing importance of digital resilience in protecting youth and underserved communities amid rising cyberthreats.
TheHinduâ13March2026
Mahindra Finance, in partnership with NIIT Foundation, is strengthening financial awareness through the Dhan Samvad program Theinitiativesupportsgig workers,self-employedindividuals, and small businesses by building digitalandfinancialskills.Itaimsto promote financial inclusion by helping communities confidently accessbankingservicesandmake informedfinancialdecisions.
Access to Agency: Sonakshiâs Journey ThroughaHiWELLearningStation
Fourteen-year-old Sonakshi, a Class 9 student,hasbeenvisitingtheHiWELLearning Station for the past four years What began as a curious visit gradually evolved into a journey of discovery, confidence, and leadership. This was a meaningful achievementandareminderofhowfarshe hascome.
MilestoneThroughâDhanSamvaadâinAgra
NIIT Foundation, in partnership with Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited, marked a key milestone of the Dhan Samvaad initiative at its annual event on March 13, 2026. The event brought together 100 participants, including gigworkers,farmers,anddrivers,whoalsoreceivedFinancialLiteracyKits.
SinceitslaunchinFY2024,DhanSamvaadhasreachedover4.95lakhindividuals across 40 districts in 8 states, empowering gig workers, small business owners, and self-employed individuals with financial knowledge. In Uttar Pradesh alone, 84,250 beneficiaries have been trained, with 66,225 DigiLocker activations enhancingaccesstoessentialservices.
The event was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Chandra Chur Dubey (PCS), along with representatives from the Cyber Crime Cell, Agra, and leaders from Mahindra FinanceandNIITFoundation.
The programme highlighted key achievements, beneficiary stories, and the importance of financial literacy. A special session on cyber fraud awareness and digital safety further strengthened participantsâ confidence in navigating the digitalecosystem
Together, the partnership continues to drive financial inclusion and digital empowermentacrossunderservedcommunities.
Glimpses from Mahindra finance event
Event Highlights
InJanuary2026,aStatement ofIntentwassignedbyBVR Subrahmanyam,CEO, NITIAayog,andCharu Kapoor,NIITFoundation,to advancedigitalliteracy, financialinclusion,andskill developmentacrossIndiaâs AspirationalBlocks
TheITCMissionSunehraKal MegaJobFairwassuccessfully conductedinJammuon20 Jan2026withtheDistrict EmploymentandCounselling Centre(DECC),Jammu, engagingover500candidates and21employerstostrengthen youthemployability
On30thJan2026,theBest CSRImplementationPartner ofFY2026Awardwas receivedbyNIITFoundation fromMahindraFinance, recognisingtheimpactful implementationoftheDhan Samvaadinitiative
Event Highlights
Atwo-dayState-LevelToT wasconductedinAndhra PradeshonFeb4&5,by NIITFoundationin partnershipwithInfosys Foundationfor60 professors ACertificateCeremonywas heldon27Feb2026under theSBIFoundationProject attheNIITFoundation, Gurugramcenter
On17thFeb,150+studentsat GITMCollege,Gurugram, attendedanOnlineCyber AwarenessTrainingunder theCiscoCyberSuraksha Plusinitiative
Event Highlights
On17thMarch2026,more than120womenandPwD beneficiarieswerecertified andempoweredinSion, Mumbai,undertheColgate Project,celebratingtheir journeysofgrowthand independence
On18thMarch2026,100+ studentswerecertifiedat AnnasahebMagar Mahavidyalaya,Hadapsar, Pune,underaninitiative supportedbybp,markinga keymilestoneintheircareer journeys
On24thMarch,NIITFoundation hostedtheCyberWorkforce ProgramCertification CeremonyatChandrabhan SharmaCollege,Powai,with UnitedWayofMumbaiand Fiserv,empowering60students
Voices from the Field
SonaliSingh BScMathematics FerozeGandhiCollege,Raebareli
My volunteering experience with NIIT Foundation at its Center in KhoraColony,UP,fromJanuarytoFebruary2026wastrulyenriching andmemorable.Ihadtheopportunitytointeractwithboththestaff andthestudents,whichmadeeverydayanewlearningexperience. Being in such an environment helped me grow personally and professionally. One of the most valuable aspects of this experience wastheincrediblysupportiveteam.
IhadtheprivilegeofworkingunderfouramazingseniorsâHarshita and Yashika Maâam, Samir Sir and Rohit Sir. Their guidance, encouragement,andapproachablenaturemadetheentirejourney comfortableandmotivating.
This volunteering opportunity also helped me overcome my fear of interacting with people. Engaging with students and staff regularly improved my confidence and communication skills. Another highlight of my experience was getting the chance to attend an eventwhereanofficialfromthefundingpartnervisitedtheNGO.
Itwasagreatexposureandgavemeinsightintohoworganisations collaborate to support such initiatives. I am truly grateful for this opportunity and the learning it provided. I would love to contribute againinthefuturewheneverpossible.
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