India's First AI University in Maharashtra Soon, Tech Giants Like Tech Mahindra to Join

Maharashtra is set to establish India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) university. The state government has formed a task force to plan and implement this ambitious project. Tech Mahindra, along with other industry leaders like Google India, Mahindra Group, and L&T, will be part of this task force.

The AI university aims to promote research and development in AI, enhance AI-driven solutions for governance and industry, and nurture a future-ready workforce.

The state government of Maharashtra has formed a task force to plan and implement the project. This task force includes experts from academia, industry, and government. It is chaired by the Information Technology department's principal secretary, Shri S.V.R.Srinivasan.

The task force comprises directors from prestigious institutions like IIT Mumbai, IIM Mumbai, and representatives from organizations such as Google India, Mahindra Group, L&T, and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Experts from the Rajiv Gandhi Science and Technology Commission and the Data Security Council of India are also part of the task force.

The upcoming AI university aims to promote research and development in AI and related fields, enhance AI-driven solutions for governance and industry, and nurture a future-ready workforce. It will focus on skill development, technological innovation, and policy formulation.

The initiative aligns with the BJP's election manifesto and PM Modi's vision of 'Viksit Bharat 2047'. The goal is to make Maharashtra a global hub for AI education and innovation.

The university will foster collaboration between industry, academia, and government, positioning Maharashtra as a global leader in AI.

This ambitious project reflects the government's commitment to making Maharashtra a hub for technology and innovation.