The Union government is upgrading its official websites and working on an AI hub to share information about government initiatives.

Need for Revamping Government Websites in India

The Indian government has undertaken a major revamp of its websites to enhance accessibility, security, and outreach. The key reasons for this initiative are:

• Standardization
  • Ensures a uniform design and user experience across all government platforms.
  • Creates a cohesive and easily recognizable digital presence.
• User-Friendly Experience
  • Makes websites easier to navigate and access.
  • Matches the usability of private-sector platforms for a smoother user experience.
• Enhanced Trust and Security
  • Strengthens website security to prevent fraud and misinformation.
  • Ensures that citizens rely on official portals without fear of scams.
• Better Outreach of Government Schemes
  • Improves the communication of government initiatives and services.
  • Makes information easily accessible to a diverse population with different digital literacy levels.
• Multilingual Support
  • Provides translations in multiple Indian languages.
  • Ensures wider accessibility, especially for non-English and non-Hindi speakers.
• Efficient and Impactful Digital Services
  • Enhances the overall effectiveness of digital governance.
  • Reduces barriers to accessing essential government services.

India’s AI Growth & Skilling Initiatives

• AI Education Expansion
  • AI courses are being expanded across undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD levels.
  • Government fellowships provided to PhD scholars researching AI in top 50 NIRF institutes.
  • AI and data labs set up in tier-2 & tier-3 cities to offer basic AI training.
• India’s Global AI Leadership
  • Stanford AI Index 2024 Report:
    • India ranks #1 in AI skill penetration (2.8), surpassing the US (2.2) & Germany (1.9).
    • 263% growth in AI talent concentration since 2016.
    • AI skill penetration rate for women (1.7) is higher than the US (1.2) & Israel (0.9).
    • India holds 16% of global AI talent and ranks #2 in public generative AI projects on GitHub.
• India’s AI Industry & Economic Impact
  • India Skills Report 2024 (Wheebox):
    • The AI industry is expected to reach $28.8 billion by 2025 with 45% CAGR.
    • AI-skilled workforce has grown 14 times from 2016 to 2023.