Chennai, 26-29 May, 2025 – In a pioneering move to empower Indian educators for the digital age, L&T EduTech hosted its flagship Faculty Immersion Program (FIP) – AI Bootcamp for Senior Educators – at L&T Headquarters, Chennai. The four-day program, themed “Igniting the Nation with AI-Empowered Educators,” brought together faculty leaders from premier institutions across the country to explore Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and digitalisation through a powerful mix of hands-on learning and expert-led sessions.
The program opened with thought-provoking addresses by leaders from L&T EduTech, who emphasised the importance of staying ahead of technological shifts. Sessions throughout the week were marked by dynamic collaboration, encouraging faculty to reimagine their teaching methods and research approaches through the lens of innovation.
The bootcamp emphasised no-code/low-code tools such as KNIME and Google Gemini, helping educators move beyond theoretical concepts to building real-world AI solutions. As Febin M F, Head – L&T EduTech, remarked, “AI has become more than a buzzword; it’s now embedded across every field, transforming the way we work, teach and innovate.”
Anitha Jayapal, Head – Human Resources, L&T EduTech, echoed this sentiment: “Let’s not withdraw by saying ‘I am a pen and paper person.’ In today’s world, if I’m not technologically sound, I’m not there.”
Industry Connect: Thought Leadership from the Frontlines
A distinctive aspect of the bootcamp was the Industry Connect Series, where experts from across the L&T Group shared compelling insights. Naveen Kamat, Chief AI Officer – L&T, delivered a visionary keynote on Responsible AI, encouraging educators to embed ethics and sustainability into AI learning. Ashok Ranjith, Principal Director – LTIMindtree, spoke on agile talent development and aligning curricula with evolving industry needs. Sandeep Das, Head – Finance & Accounts, L&T EduTech, explored AI’s role in transforming enterprise decision-making. Dr Uma Pavan, Senior Data Scientist, L&T EduTech, shared strategies to build AI-ready academic ecosystems driven by real-world data.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Educators also visited the L&T Digital Hub, witnessing firsthand how AI, IoT and automation are revolutionising industry operations. The program culminated in group project presentations, where participants showcased their AI-powered solutions to real-world problems.
In the closing session, Febin M F highlighted the program’s impact and outlined the roadmap for continued academic-industry synergy. Abhay Sankar Indrapal, Manager – International Business & Industry Immersion, delivered the vote of thanks, celebrating the collaboration between education and enterprise.
FIP 2025 stands as a landmark initiative in fostering digital fluency and industry relevance among Indian educators. With its unique blend of technology, real-world application and strategic collaboration, L&T EduTech continues to champion a future where education and enterprise co-evolve — unlocking India’s potential, one empowered educator at a time.
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