N Chandrababu Naidu, the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and the leader of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), recognized the significance of emerging technologies in shaping the future of industries. With the objective of equipping the youth with the necessary skills to meet future industry demands, N Chandrababu Naidu and his party initiated various efforts to promote skill development in emerging technologies in Andhra Pradesh. This article highlights the key initiatives undertaken by N Chandrababu Naidu and the TDP in strengthening skill development in emerging technologies. Top TDP Achievements in Skill Development are Skill Development Centers: The TDP government established skill development centres across the state to provide specialised training in emerging technologies. These centres focused on imparting practical skills in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, blockchain, internet of things (IoT), and robotics. By collaborating with industry experts and training institutes, the TDP government ensured that the skill development centres offered relevant and industry-aligned training programs. Industry-Academia Collaboration: N Chandrababu Naidu emphasised the need for strong collaboration between academia and industries to bridge the skill gap.