LTIMindtree (LTM), the Business Creativity partner, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur). This partnership aims to design deep-dive training programs focused on enhancing employee skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and related technologies. The goal is to build future-ready AI capabilities through targeted learning and research to meet evolving industry demands.
LTM Announces Strategic AI Upskilling Initiative
LTIMindtree (LTM), a Larsen & Toubro Group Company, announced on March 16, 2026, that it has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur). This collaboration is centered on creating and implementing deep-dive training programs specifically designed to enhance the workforce’s skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and associated technologies.
LTM’s AI transformation strategy reflects the convergence of deep domain expertise with technological capabilities, emphasizing continuous upskilling and reskilling across its global team.
Focus on Future-Ready Capabilities
The partnership leverages LTM’s industry expertise alongside IIT Kharagpur’s academic and research leadership to build robust, future-ready AI competencies. The collaboration will involve targeted AI learning programs, hands-on workshops, and joint research initiatives.
Gururaj Deshpande, Chief Delivery Officer, LTM, stated that the collaboration emphasizes LTM’s commitment to talent transformation by integrating academic excellence with real-world application, ensuring the workforce remains relevant in a rapidly changing, AI-driven landscape.
Academic Perspective
Prof. Niloy Ganguly, Head, Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Kharagpur, expressed enthusiasm for extending academic expertise into industry-relevant contexts. He noted the goal is to create and offer meaningful learning programs and research opportunities in AI and related domains.
About the Collaborators
About LTM
LTM is described as an AI-centric global technology services company and the Business Creativity partner to the world’s largest enterprises. The company helps clients create value at the intersection of technology and domain expertise, supporting operations, transformation, and business AI. LTM currently serves clients in over 40 countries.
About IIT Kharagpur
The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, established in 1951, is recognized as a leading institution for higher education and research in India. Designated an Institute of National Importance, it plays a significant role in shaping India’s technical education ecosystem and consistently ranks among the country’s foremost institutions for academic excellence and innovation-driven development.
For media inquiries regarding this announcement, LTM directed contacts to Gitanjali Sreepal.
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