MeitY Unveils AIKosha: A Secure Hub for AI Innovation

The Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, marked a major milestone in India’s AI journey by launching several key initiatives under the IndiaAI Mission during its anniversary celebration in New Delhi. These initiatives aim to strengthen AI-driven research, innovation, and skill development, further advancing India’s position as a global AI leader.

Key Initiatives Launched

AIKosha: IndiaAI Datasets Platform

• A secured platform providing datasets, models, and use cases.
• Features AI sandbox capabilities, content discoverability, and AI readiness scoring.
• Ensures data security with encryption, secure APIs, and real-time filtering.

IndiaAI Compute Portal

• Provides AI compute, storage, and cloud services at subsidized rates.
• Features high-end GPUs such as NVIDIA H100, AMD MI300x, AWS Tranium.
• Up to 40% subsidy on AI compute services for eligible users.

AI Competency Framework for Public Sector Officials

• Equips officials with AI competency mapping and upskilling programs.
• Aligns with global best practices for AI policy-making and implementation.

iGOT-AI: AI-Powered Personalized Learning for Government Officials

• Integrates AI-driven learning recommendations on the iGOT Karmayogi platform.
• Enhances training and skill development in the public sector.

IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Program with Station F

• A 4-month program in collaboration with STATION F & HEC Paris.
• Supports 10 AI startups with mentorship, networking, and global market expansion.

IndiaAI Innovation Challenge

• Focuses on AI solutions in healthcare, climate change, governance, agriculture, and learning disabilities.
• Over 900 AI solutions submitted; 30 shortlisted for further development.

IndiaAI FutureSkills & Fellowship Program

• Supports AI education at UG, PG, and Ph.D. levels.
• AI courses introduced in IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other institutions.
• IndiaAI Data Labs established in Tier 2 & 3 cities for foundational AI courses.