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India is accelerating its AI innovation and skilling efforts under the IndiaAI Mission, showcasing its commitment to democratizing technology. The Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY) revealed that 67 proposals from startups and researchers are focused on developing indigenous AI models, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “AI for all.”
India now ranks among the top four nations globally in AI vibrancy, alongside the US, China, and the UK, as per Stanford University. With 24% of global AI contributions on GitHub, India is solidifying its role as a global AI hub.
Central to this mission is the IndiaAI Innovation Centre, which is spearheading research on Large Language Models (LLMs), Multimodal Models (LMMs), and domain-specific solutions for healthcare, education, and finance. Complementing this is the Digital India Bhashini initiative, offering AI-driven solutions in all 22 Scheduled Indian languages to foster digital inclusion.
In collaboration with Meta, the Srijan Centre for Generative AI has been established at IIT Jodhpur, while the YuvAi Initiative, in partnership with AICTE, focuses on equipping young professionals with AI expertise. Programs like FutureSkills Prime and the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme further enhance reskilling and research opportunities.
To decentralize AI education, IndiaAI will establish Data and AI Labs in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, promoting equitable access to AI learning. These efforts reflect India’s vision of a responsible and robust AI ecosystem, positioning the country as a leader in global tech innovation.
