IndiaAI collaborates with Microsoft to drive AI adoption and innovation in India

IndiaAI, an independent business division under the Digital India Corporation, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft to boost artificial intelligence (AI) development and adoption in India. The partnership aims to empower communities, foster innovation, and establish India as a global leader in AI applications.

Key Highlights:

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  1. Skilling 500,000 Individuals:
    • Students, educators, developers, government officials, and women entrepreneurs will receive AI training by 2026.
  2. AI Catalysts – Centers of Excellence:
    • Promoting rural AI innovation in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
    • Equipping 100,000 AI innovators and developers through hackathons, community building, and an AI marketplace.
  3. AI Productivity Labs:
    • To be set up in 20 National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) and NIELIT centers across 10 states.
    • Training 20,000 educators and empowering 100,000 students with foundational AI courses in 200 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs).
  4. Startups Empowerment:
    • Microsoft’s Founders Hub program will support up to 1,000 AI startups with Azure credits, business resources, and mentorship.
  5. Linguistic Diversity:
    • Development of foundational AI models with Indic language support to address India’s unique linguistic and cultural requirements.
  6. Responsible AI and Safety Institute:
    • Collaboration on frameworks, standards, and evaluation metrics to support responsible AI development.
    • Establishment of an AI Safety Institute in India.

Strategic Impact:

The partnership underscores IndiaAI’s commitment to skilling, innovation, and responsible AI practices. It aims to address large-scale citizen challenges, empower underserved communities, and foster entrepreneurship. By leveraging Microsoft’s technological expertise, India is set to become a global AI leader.

Quote from IndiaAI Mission CEO:
“By skilling 500,000 individuals and fostering innovation, we are advancing India’s AI ecosystem and driving inclusive growth,” said Shri Abhishek Singh, CEO of IndiaAI Mission.