India’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Revolution

India is making rapid strides in artificial intelligence (AI) under Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s leadership, ensuring AI accessibility for all. The IndiaAI Mission, with an allocation of Rs. 10,300 crore (US$ 1.18 billion) over five years, is building a high-performance computing infrastructure with 18,693 Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and launching an open GPU marketplace to empower startups, students, and researchers. The government is also investing in indigenous AI capabilities to develop India’s own GPUs and expand semiconductor manufacturing. AI-driven Centres of Excellence (CoEs) are being established across healthcare, agriculture, and education sectors. At the same time, the IndiaAI Dataset Platform provides high-quality, anonymized datasets to drive innovation. 

India also fosters AI talent through revamped university curriculum, AI fellowships, and Data Labs in Tier 2 and 3 cities. The country ranks first globally in AI skill penetration. It is a hub for AI startups with a booming generative AI ecosystem. AI is deeply integrated into Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), enhancing services like UPI and DigiLocker and playing a crucial role in major events like Mahakumbh 2025. AI-powered computing is being offered at a subsidized rate of Rs. 100 (US$ 1.15) per hour, compared to the global cost of Rs. 218 to Rs. 261 (US$ 2.50 to US$ 3.00) per hour. Indian companies are significantly increasing AI investments, with one-third allocating over Rs. 2,177 crore (US$ 249.94 million). Generative AI startup funding surged to Rs. 4,442 crore (US$ 509.99 million) in Q2 FY25. With a balanced regulatory approach, India drives AI growth while ensuring ethical safeguards. These initiatives align with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, positioning India as a global AI powerhouse. 

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