President Droupadi Murmu has launched the 'Skill the Nation Challenge' to promote Artificial Intelligence awareness and readiness across India. The initiative encourages participation in the SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) course on the Skill India Digital Hub. This program aims to equip citizens with future-ready AI capabilities, fostering a technologically empowered society. Over 1.59 lakh learners have already enrolled in the SOAR course since its July 2025 launch, with many achieving certifications.