{"id":143683,"date":"2026-10-15T19:29:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T13:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/?p=143683"},"modified":"2026-10-15T19:29:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T13:59:02","slug":"hcl-guvi-skilling-centre-inaugurated-by-up-cm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/hcl-guvi-skilling-centre-inaugurated-by-up-cm\/","title":{"rendered":"HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre Officially Inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Lucknow, 6 October 2026:<\/strong> Marking a significant milestone in its mission to empower India&#8217;s youth with future-ready skills, <strong>HCL GUVI officially inaugurated its Emerging Tech Skilling Centre at HCL IT City, Lucknow<\/strong>, in the esteemed presence of the <strong>Hon&#8217;ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath Ji<\/strong>, on 6 October 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The inauguration was part of the celebrations marking <strong>10 years of HCLTech&#8217;s presence in Lucknow<\/strong>, highlighting a decade of technological growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions to the state&#8217;s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ms. Roshni Nadar Malhotra,<\/strong> <strong>Chairperson,&nbsp; HCLTech &amp; HCL<\/strong> <strong>Group; Mr. Shikhar Malhotra, Chairman, Shiv Nadar Foundation; and Mr. S.P.<\/strong> <strong>Balamurugan, Co-Founder, HCL GUVI<\/strong>, graced the occasion, marking an important step toward expanding emerging technology education and industry-oriented skilling opportunities in Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"727\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-107-1200x727.png\" alt=\"Chief minister inaugurating tech skilling center\" class=\"wp-image-143684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-107-1200x727.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-107-300x182.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-107-768x465.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-107-150x91.png 150w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-107.png 1347w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/posts\/cmofficeup_strengthening-the-bond-between-technology-ugcPost-7513291448864342017-uvVi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A New Hub for Emerging Technology and Future-Ready Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre<\/strong> is envisioned as a dedicated space where learning meets real-world industry exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and evolving industry requirements, the Centre will bring together emerging technology training, expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, industry visits, and hands-on learning experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a strong focus on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/what-is-artificial-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Artificial Intelligence<\/a> (AI), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/what-is-generative-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/what-is-generative-ai\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Generative AI<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/what-is-data-science\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/what-is-data-science\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Data Science<\/a>, and other emerging technologies<\/strong>, the Centre aims to equip students and aspiring professionals with practical knowledge and industry-relevant skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through this initiative, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/?utm_source=Blog+&amp;utm_medium=hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=HCL+GUVI+Emerging+Tech+Skilling+Centre+Officially+Inaugurated+by+Uttar+Pradesh+Chief+Minister+\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/?utm_source=Blog+&amp;utm_medium=hyperlink&amp;utm_campaign=HCL+GUVI+Emerging+Tech+Skilling+Centre+Officially+Inaugurated+by+Uttar+Pradesh+Chief+Minister+\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HCL GUVI<\/a> seeks to create an accessible learning environment that encourages innovation, strengthens technical capabilities, and prepares young learners to navigate an increasingly AI-driven world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AI Launchpad: 37 Students Take Their First Step into Emerging Technologies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding to the significance of the inauguration, <strong>HCL GUVI conducted a special AI Launchpad training session<\/strong>, bringing together <strong>37 students from 6 educational institutions across Lucknow<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The interactive, hands-on session introduced students to three key areas of emerging technology:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>AI Fundamentals:<\/strong> Understanding the core concepts of Artificial Intelligence and its growing applications across industries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Generative_AI\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Generative_AI\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Generative AI<\/a>:<\/strong> Exploring how AI-powered tools can support creativity, productivity, and problem-solving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AI-Powered Automations:<\/strong> Discovering how intelligent automation can simplify tasks, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The session went beyond theoretical learning, encouraging students to explore practical applications of emerging technologies and experience their potential firsthand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Memorable Interaction with the Hon&#8217;ble Chief Minister<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the key highlights of the inauguration was the interaction between <strong>Hon&#8217;ble Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath Ji and the students participating in the AI Launchpad session<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-108-1200x629.png\" alt=\"Chief minister interaction\" class=\"wp-image-143685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-108-1200x629.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-108-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-108-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-108-150x79.png 150w, https:\/\/www.guvi.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-108.png 1351w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>During the interaction, students enthusiastically shared their learning experiences and expressed their excitement about exploring Artificial Intelligence and its real-world possibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The interaction reflected young learners&#8217; growing interest in emerging technologies and reinforced the importance of early exposure to practical, industry-relevant technology education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Strengthening Uttar Pradesh&#8217;s Emerging Technology Talent Ecosystem<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As industries increasingly adopt AI, automation, and data-driven technologies, the demand for professionals equipped with relevant technical skills continues to evolve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The establishment of the HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre represents an important step towards addressing this need by creating opportunities for students to explore emerging technologies, gain practical exposure, and develop skills aligned with industry expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By bringing technology education and industry engagement together, the Centre aims to contribute to a stronger talent ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh while encouraging more young people to pursue careers in emerging technology domains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Continuing HCL GUVI&#8217;s Commitment to a Future-Ready India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The inauguration of the Emerging Tech Skilling Centre at HCL IT City, Lucknow, marks a new chapter in <strong>HCL GUVI&#8217;s commitment to making technology education accessible, practical, and career-relevant<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With initiatives focused on emerging technology training, experiential learning, and industry exposure, HCL GUVI continues to work towards enabling learners to build the capabilities required for tomorrow&#8217;s opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the Centre begins its journey, it stands as a promising platform for nurturing talent, inspiring innovation, and empowering the next generation of technology professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcltech.com\/press-releases\/honble-cm-yogi-adityanath-graces-celebration-mark-10-years-hcl-it-city-lucknow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.hcltech<\/a><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcltech.com\/press-releases\/honble-cm-yogi-adityanath-graces-celebration-mark-10-years-hcl-it-city-lucknow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">.com\/press-releases\/honble-cm-yogi-adityanath-graces-celebration-mark-10-years-hcl-it-city-lucknow<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/cities\/lucknow-news\/hcl-group-announces-500-cr-lucknow-it-city-expansion-6k-jobs-likely-101791313404735.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">www.hindustantimes.com\/cities\/l<\/a><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/cities\/lucknow-news\/hcl-group-announces-500-cr-lucknow-it-city-expansion-6k-jobs-likely-101791313404735.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ucknow-news\/hcl-group-<em>announces<\/em>-500-cr-lucknow-it-city-expansion-6k-jobs-likely-101791313404735.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/invest.up.gov.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/5-500_071026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>invest.up.gov.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/5-500_071026.pdf<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1792052894900\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">1. What is the HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre is a dedicated learning hub at HCL IT City, Lucknow, designed to provide industry-oriented training in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Data Science, and other emerging technologies through workshops, expert-led sessions, and hands-on learning experiences.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1792052917389\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">2. Where is the HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre located?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Centre is located at <strong>HCL IT City, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh<\/strong>, and aims to support emerging technology education and industry-relevant skill development among the state&#8217;s youth.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1792052941506\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">3. How will the HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre benefit students in Uttar Pradesh?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Centre aims to help students gain exposure to emerging technologies, strengthen their technical capabilities, develop practical problem-solving skills, and prepare for future career opportunities in AI-driven industries.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1792052973569\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">4. How does this initiative contribute to India&#8217;s future-ready workforce?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>By promoting accessible, industry-oriented technology education and experiential learning, the HCL GUVI Emerging Tech Skilling Centre aims to nurture skilled talent, encourage innovation, and support India&#8217;s growing demand for emerging technology professionals.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lucknow, 6 October 2026: Marking a significant milestone in its mission to empower India&#8217;s youth with future-ready skills, HCL GUVI officially inaugurated its Emerging Tech Skilling Centre at HCL IT City, Lucknow, in the esteemed presence of the Hon&#8217;ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath Ji, on 6 October 2026. 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