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Maharashtra to Establish India's First AI University.

National | Dated: 05 Feb 2025

Maharashtra is set to establish India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) University, aimed at becoming a Center of Excellence (CoE) for AI education and innovation. The university will focus on AI research, innovation, and skill development.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The Maharashtra government has formed a task force, chaired by Parrag Jaiin Nainutia, the Principal Secretary (Information Technology, IT), Government of Maharashtra, to oversee planning and implementation.
  • - The establishment of the AI University aims to promote research and development in AI and related fields, making Maharashtra a leading hub for technology and AI-driven innovation. It will also drive technological advancements and formulate policies in AI and emerging technologies.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The task force is a collaborative effort, bringing together expertise from academia, industry, and government to create an institution focused on AI education, research, and innovation.
  • (ii) The task force members include the Directors of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, Mumbai, and the Indian Institutes of Management-Mumbai (IIM-M), Mumbai. It also includes representatives from Google India Private Limited (GIPL), Mahindra Group, and Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), along with officials from the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY).
  • (iii) Additionally, experts from the Rajiv Gandhi Science and Technology Commission (RGSTC) of the Government of Maharashtra and the Data Security Council of India (DSCI) are part of the task force.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which state recently announced the establishment of India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) University?

Correct Answer: Maharashtra

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