Punjab Newsline, Shimla-
Recognizing the growing significance of cutting-edge technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the modern era, the Himachal Pradesh Government has opened new avenues of opportunities for the youth by integrating these advanced fields with the Diploma in Computer Science Engineering.
Under the directions of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, the Department of Technical Education has introduced a joint course, Diploma in Computer Science Engineering and IoT in select government polytechnic colleges across the state.
A government spokesperson stated here today that Government Polytechnic College, Hamirpur (Baduhi), which was one of oldest and most prestigious technical institutions in Himachal Pradesh, has commenced this diploma programme. After starting the course in Government Polytechnic College Rohru, this joint diploma course has been started in Hamirpur from the previous academic session with an intake of 51 seats. This integrated course offers tremendous potential for young learners aspiring to build a career in new-age technologies.
Students of the college, including Artha, Srishti Chauhan, and Aryan Chopra, expressed their appreciation for the new course. They said that starting the Diploma in Computer Science Engineering and IoT in Hamirpur has brought immense convenience for the youth of the region, enabling them to pursue a modern and in-demand course close to home. They also mentioned that IoT and AI are rapidly emerging fields offering vast opportunities for innovation and employment.
This will not only enable the students to receive training in core computer science concepts but also give them exposure to emerging domains like Artificial Intelligence and IoT, thereby expanding their career prospects and preparing them for the future technology landscape.
The government is establishing a dedicated innovation fund of rupees two crore with an aim to boost the innovation ecosystem, besides supporting young innovators in turning their ideas into reality.
To further prepare the youth for future opportunities the state government has introduced cutting-edge courses in artificial intelligence and device science, informed the spokesperson. Rajiv Gandhi Government College in Nagrota Bagwan would now offer degree courses in AI and data science.
Similarly, new technical courses have been also approved for other institutions, such as civil engineering degree at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Engineering and Technology, Pragatinagar, Shimla and a diploma in computer science and engineering (AI & Machine learning) at Government Polytechnic Sundernagar, Mandi. The required teaching staff would be provided soon to ensure the successful implementation of these courses.
Given the increasing importance of these technologies in every sector, the Diploma in Computer Science Engineering and IoT is undoubtedly a forward-looking and transformative course that will empower students to build a bright and promising future in the digital age.
The reforms introduced by the present government are well structured and future-oriented. The focus has shifted from tradition-based training to technology-integrated learning, strengthening institutional capacity, modernizing curricula, forging industry linkages and aligning training with emerging technologies.
These interventions are now a part of 'Vayastha Parivartan' translating into measurable improvements in employability, entrepreneurship and the readiness of youth to compete in the global economy.--00--