BharatGen: Empowering India with Multilingual AI for the Next Generation

BharatGen project is a transformative step by the Indian government aimed at developing a multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) capable of generating high-quality text and multimodal content, primarily in Indian languages.

- Sushil Maithani

Introduction:

BharatGen project is a transformative step by the Indian government aimed at developing a multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) capable of generating high-quality text and multimodal content, primarily in Indian languages. This ambitious project, launched by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the Ministry of Science & Technology, marks India's first government-supported effort in the realm of generative AI for multilingual and multimodal applications.

The project is part of India's broader strategy to position itself as a leader in AI innovation, ensuring the development of technologies that are inclusive, accessible, and capable of serving the diverse needs of its population. BharatGen is set to significantly impact sectors like education, research, and government services, potentially empowering millions by providing AI-based solutions that cater to India's diverse linguistic and cultural landscape.

Vision:

The BharatGen initiative was launched under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) by the Department of Science & Technology (DST). This project represents India's commitment to developing its own AI solutions, as the nation strives to break free from its dependence on foreign technologies. BharatGen is designed to address the digital and knowledge divide that exists across India's various linguistic and cultural segments. By leveraging AI, BharatGen will facilitate the creation of tools and platforms that make technological benefits accessible to everyone, regardless of language, region, or socioeconomic status.