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Debarathi pointed out a stark reality: the current technology landscape is marked by a significant talent gap. For instance, India alone faces a shortfall of approximately 2 million roles in AI, cybersecurity, and blockchain by the end of 2023, despite an existing talent pipeline. This discrepancy is largely due to the industry's reliance on traditional hiring practices that favor familiar profiles—graduates from top-tier tech schools or candidates with pre-existing technical pedigrees. Such approaches inadvertently narrow the talent pool, excluding numerous capable individuals from diverse backgrounds.