Haryana Cabinet Approves ₹474 Crore Project for Artificial Intelligence Development.
Banking & Finance
In May 2025, the Haryana Cabinet, headed by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, approved the Haryana Artificial Intelligence Development Project (HAIDP) for the period 2025–2028. The project, backed by the World Bank (WB), has a total financial outlay of ₹474.39 crore and is designed as a strategic initiative to strengthen Haryana's position in the AI landscape.
- The HAIDP is supported under a 70:30 funding pattern, where 70% of the funding will be provided by the World Bank and the remaining 30% by the Government of Haryana. This partnership reflects a strong commitment to leveraging external support for long-term AI-driven growth.
- As part of the initiative, two major AI infrastructure hubs will be developed: the Global Artificial Intelligence Centre (GAIC) in Gurugram, and the Haryana Advanced Computing Facility (HACF) in Panchkula. These centers aim to facilitate research, innovation, and advanced technological development.
- The HAIDP also aims to upskill more than 50,000 professionals in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science, helping to transition the workforce towards high-demand, future-ready competencies.
Main Point :- (i) Another major focus of the project is to integrate AI into public administration and service delivery. Furthermore, the scheme promotes AI-based startups through incubation programs, shared facilities, and a nurturing ecosystem for innovation.
(ii) The project will follow the Program-for-Results (PforR) model, where funds will be disbursed based on the achievement of predefined Disbursement-Linked Indicators (DLIs). These indicators will be independently verified by an external agency to ensure accountability and transparency.
(iii) To manage the implementation of externally aided projects like HAIDP, the Cabinet also approved the formation of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Haryana State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (HARTRON) will act as the Nodal Agency, overseeing the incorporation and operational framework of the SPV, which will function as a not-for-profit entity.
About Haryana
Chief Minister (CM): Nayab Singh Saini
Governor : Bandaru Dattatraya
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