Karnataka Cabinet approves Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions in Bengaluru

The Hindu
The Hindu
7h ago
Karnataka is moving to institutionalize applied AI development in Bengaluru through a new centre backed by government and industry, aimed at accelerating adoption, enabling testing infrastructure, and supporting deep tech start-ups over a four-year period.
Karnataka Cabinet approves Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions in Bengaluru
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Key insights

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    Public-private model for applied AI: The centre is planned with NASSCOM and funding from the State, MeitY, and industry partners, indicating a multi-stakeholder approach.

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    Startup and commercialization focus: The initiative is described as supporting deep tech start-ups and creating a pipeline from research to market-ready innovation, including proof-of-concepts.

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    Infrastructure build-out planned: The centre is expected to establish advanced laboratories and testing facilities at the KEONICS site in HSR Layout.

A What happened
The Karnataka Cabinet approved the creation of a “Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions” in association with NASSCOM. The centre will be located at the KEONICS facility in HSR Layout, Bengaluru, and is intended to speed up AI adoption and digital transformation across sectors. According to a note from IT and BT Minister Priyank Kharge, ₹20 crore will be spent over four years, with funding coming from the State government, MeitY, and industry partners. The initiative is positioned as a launchpad for deep tech start-ups and industry collaborations, aiming to connect government, academia, and industry to move research toward market-ready innovation. Over the next four years, it plans collaboration with global technology and industry leaders, and is expected to set up advanced laboratories and testing facilities, support deep tech start-ups, and facilitate proof-of-concepts.

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