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India: 99% of Students Struggle to Use AI Effectively, Says SEC Official
✍️ Eastern Mirror
🗓 31 Jul 2026, 09:19 PM
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A senior education official revealed that nearly all students in India are unable to use artificial intelligence tools effectively, highlighting a significant gap in digital literacy.
A senior official from the Student Education Council (SEC) announced that 99% of students across the country are unable to use AI tools effectively. The statement came during a briefing on the integration of generative AI in classrooms. The official cited a lack of training and awareness as primary reasons for the low proficiency. The council plans to launch a nationwide digital literacy program to bridge the gap.