Salesforce Commits to Training 100,000 Learners in 2026, under the ‘YuvaAI Bharat: GenAI Skill Catalyst’ Program
Led by Smartbridge, the initiative is strategically supported by IndiaAI mission and the Ministry
of Electronics and Information (MeitY) equipping individuals with the skills essential for thriving careers in the AI-first world.
Delhi, India, November 11, 2025: Salesforce, the world’s #1 AI CRM*, today announced its
collaboration with SmartBridge, a talent accelerator and edtech organization, to support the
‘ YuvaAI Bharat: GenAI Skill Catalyst ’ program, a nationwide AI skilling initiative that will equip
learners across India with future-ready AI skills. The program will target learners from academia
and industry, leveraging Trailhead, Salesforce’s free online learning platform to deliver high-
quality AI training to 100,000 learners by the end of 2026.
Led by Smartbridge, Salesforce will contribute to the shared vision of the ‘ YuvaAI Bharat: GenAI
Skill Catalyst ’, delivering future-ready digital education, bridging the critical gap between
academia and the workforce. Through Trailhead, Salesforce’s free online learning platform, the
program will give learners hands-on experience with a blended program of live expert sessions
and self-paced learning that will deliver scalable AI training. Upon completion, participants
receive digital credentials validating their expertise in AI-driven business applications. With a
strong emphasis on Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, the initiative will build a robust AI talent pool by
helping learners earn the “Agentblazer Champion Level” enhancing employability through
industry-aligned, hands-on learning.
The initiative also advances Salesforce’s vision to empower the workforce for the AI era and
bridge the growing skills gap, while offering learners exposure to Agentforce – an enterprise-
grade system for agentic AI, built on Salesforce’s unified platform, which enables companies to
become Agentic Enterprises.
Trailhead breaks down the barriers to learning, where individuals can learn in-demand skills,
earn resume-worthy certifications, and connect with the Salesforce community. With 3.9 million
Trailblazers and growing, India is one of the most vibrant, dynamic communities in the
Salesforce ecosystem. Till date, 3000+ colleges in India leverage Trailhead to empower
thousands of students and educators to deliver critical AI and CRM skills.
Comments on the news:
Arundhati Bhattacharya, President and CEO, Salesforce South Asia, said, “India, with its
immense talent pool, is not just participating in the global AI transformation—it is poised to lead
it. Unlocking this unprecedented AI opportunity requires equipping our people with future-ready
AI skills to innovate and build the future. Our partnership with SmartBridge furthers the IndiaAI
mission and embodies Salesforce’s deep commitment to fostering trusted, inclusive innovation,
particularly in this agentic era, building a future where AI empowers everyone.”
Amarendar Katkam, Founder & CEO, SmartBridge, said: “At SmartBridge, our mission has
always been to bridge the gap between academia and industry by making emerging technology
skills accessible to all. Partnering with Salesforce and IndiaAI allows us to scale this vision
nationwide – empowering students, educators, and professionals with the practical, job-ready AI
skills needed to thrive in the future workforce.”
Smt. Kavita Bhatia, Group Coordinator (AI & ET Div., MeitY) & COO, IndiaAI, said, “India’s
youth are the driving force of our AI future. Through the YuvaAI program under the IndiaAI
Mission, we aim to unlock their potential with the right skills and opportunities. ‘ YuvaAI Bharat:
GenAI Skill Catalyst ’ reflects this spirit—bringing together government, academia, and industry
to inspire and train the next generation of AI innovators. We welcome partners like Salesforce
and SmartBridge in shaping this transformative journey.”
*Salesforce, the #1 CRM, powered by AI technology and capabilities.
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