India’s First AI University to be established in Maharashtra
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Maharashtra is set to become the first state in India to establish a dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) university, marking a significant step in integrating AI into the education sector. The state government has initiated preparations and formed a task force comprising industry leaders, academic experts, and representatives from top technology firms such as Google India, Mahindra Group, and L&T. This initiative, announced by Maharashtra’s IT Minister Ashish Shelar, aims to position the state as a global leader in AI research and innovation.
The task force includes experts from IIT Mumbai and IIM Mumbai, along with officials from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the Rajiv Gandhi Science and Technology Commission, and the Data Security Council of India. Their role is to design a roadmap for the university, ensuring strong industry-academia collaboration to drive research, innovation, and technological advancements.
During a press conference, Minister Ashish Shelar emphasized that the AI university will be a center of excellence, fostering partnerships between government, industry, and academia. The task force has already conducted two meetings to discuss the structure and framework of the university. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to making Maharashtra a leading hub for technology and innovation.
AI experts believe that establishing India’s first AI university will put Maharashtra at the forefront of technological progress. Countries like the US, UK, France, and China have already integrated AI education into their academic institutions, and Maharashtra’s move will strengthen India’s position in the global AI landscape.
