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Mahindra bets on AI, skills for tech shift

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January 01, 2026

Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra (pictured) said the conglomerate is positioning itself to address structural shifts driven by artificial intelligence (AI), skills development and changes in global education trends.

- ANJALI SINGH

In his New Year address to employees, Mahindra said the increasing adoption of AI is likely to alter the nature of work across industries. There would be greater emphasis on practical and vocational skills, supported by digital tools.

He said AI should be viewed as a productivity enabler that could enhance the relevance of shop-floor roles, technicians and craft-based professions as routine tasks become automated.

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