Google expands AI educator training sessions in India

Google expanded its free AI educator training sessions across India for K–12 and higher education teachers, aligned with NEP 2020, and launched ATL Saathi, a Gemini-powered desktop app to assist teachers in delivering Atal Tinkering Labs’ curriculum. The company also partnered with state governments to train 10,000 developers in app creation using agentic AI, leveraging the Google Play Academy curriculum. Google reported that the Google Play and Android ecosystem generated Rs 5.3 lakh crore ($60 billion) for Indian app publishers in 2025, a 28% increase from 2024.

Quick summary - click for full details Concise summary of key highlights In one line Google expands free AI training for Indian educators to enhance classroom teaching and AI literacy. Key points • AI educator training expansion Google introduces free online and in-person AI educator training sessions across India for K–12 and higher education teachers, aligned with NEP 2020. • ATL Saathi tool launch Google launched ATL Saathi, a Gemini-powered desktop app to assist teachers in delivering Atal Tinkering Labs’ curriculum and designing hands-on experiments. • Focus on practical AI literacy The training aims to build practical AI skills for teachers, helping them integrate AI tools into teaching, assessments, and administrative tasks. • Developer curriculum initiative Google partners with state governments to train 10,000 developers in app creation using agentic AI, leveraging the Google Play Academy curriculum. • Economic impact of app development Google Play and Android ecosystem generated Rs 5.3 lakh crore $60 billion for Indian app publishers in 2025, marking a 28% increase from 2024. Key statistics Rs 5.3 lakh crore $60 billion Revenue generated by Google Play and Android in India 28% Revenue growth from 2024 to 2025 September 30, 2026 Deadline for AI educator training registration Processed with AI. Reviewed by DH Digital Team. Google AI educator training session is available in India. Published 04 September 2026, 11:20 IST