As the telecom revolution accelerates, this collaboration could define how India builds its next generation of tech talent.
India’s telecom industry is at a critical inflection point. With only 40% of computer science, IT, and math graduates deemed job-ready, the sector faces an acute skill crisis that threatens to slow its 5G and AI ambitions. To tackle this widening gap, the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC) has joined hands with the India Didactics Association (IDA) to drive workforce readiness through DIDAC Skills 2025, Asia’s first exhibition and conference dedicated to skill development.
The collaboration aims to align education with industry needs by introducing future-ready learning modules, immersive training, and real-world skill demonstrations. Through this partnership, TSSC seeks to bridge the disconnect between academia and employers by promoting reskilling and upskilling in emerging technologies such as 5G, cloud, IoT, and AI.
DIDAC Skills 2025, organized by Messe Stuttgart India and IDA, will be held from 18–20 November 2025 at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Delhi. Co-located with Didac India 2025, Asia’s largest education exhibition, the event will bring together policymakers, educators, industry leaders, and employers to discuss and act on workforce transformation. The platform will feature conferences, live workshops, and industry-led challenges designed to enhance employability through hands-on learning.
Highlighting the collaboration’s significance, Gaurav Sood, CEO & MD of Messe Stuttgart India, said, “DIDAC Skills 2025 is a transformative catalyst for India’s skilling landscape. Partnering with TSSC strengthens our commitment to fostering industry-ready talent and bridging the telecom skill gap.”
Aditya Gupta, CEO of India Didactics Association, added, “Skilling must move beyond classrooms. Together with TSSC, we aim to create meaningful career pathways and empower India’s youth to lead the next wave of digital innovation.”
Founded by the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), and National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), TSSC serves as the key link between the government, academia, and industry. Its partnership with DIDAC Skills 2025 marks a major stride toward building a skilled, future-ready telecom workforce capable of powering India’s digital economy.