IndiaAI, an independent division under Digital India Corporation, has partnered with Microsoft to enhance the adoption and growth of artificial intelligence (AI) in India. 

• The collaboration aligns with the IndiaAI Mission’s objectives to empower communities and foster innovation.

Key Highlights of the Partnership

• Skilling Initiatives
  • Train 500,000 individuals by 2026, including students, educators, developers, government officials, and women entrepreneurs.
• AI Innovation in Rural Areas
  • Launch AI Catalysts as Centers of Excellence to promote AI development in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
• AI Productivity Labs
  • Establish labs in 20 National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) or NIELIT centers across 10 states.
  • Train 20,000 educators and provide AI courses to 100,000 students in 200 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs).
• Development of Indic AI Models
  • Create foundational AI models with Indic language support to cater to India’s linguistic and cultural diversity.
• Responsible AI Practices
  • Develop frameworks for ethical AI, set evaluation standards, and establish an AI Safety Institute in India.

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What is IndiaAI Mission?

• The IndiaAI Mission is a government initiative aimed at building a strong ecosystem for artificial intelligence (AI) in India.
• Launch Date: March 2024
• It focuses on innovation, accessibility, and responsible development of AI technologies.
• Ministry: The mission is an umbrella program under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
• Highlights of the Mission
• • Focus on Inclusivity: Ensures that AI benefits everyone, bridging gaps in accessibility.
  • Strengthening Digital Trust: Develops tools to make AI systems safe, ethical, and secure.
  • Encouraging Collaboration: Involves academic institutions, startups, and industries to innovate together.

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