At Davos, Nara Lokesh, Andhra Pradesh’s IT Minister, emphasized the state’s leadership in Andhra Pradesh AI initiatives, focusing on AI-driven governance, innovation, and collaborations.
Pioneering Andhra Pradesh AI Initiatives at Davos
During his visit to Davos, Nara Lokesh participated in a roundtable titled “AI for Good – Shaping a Smarter, Sustainable Tomorrow”, attended by global leaders from Google Cloud, the Gates Foundation, and Oxford University.
- Global AI market projection: Expected to reach $243 billion in 2023 with a growth rate of 27.67%.
- India’s AI ranking: Ranked 4th globally, with the domestic market forecasted at $8.3 billion this year.
How Andhra Pradesh Leads in AI-Driven Governance
Nara Lokesh highlighted Andhra Pradesh AI initiatives under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, positioning the state as a technology leader.
Significant advancements include:
- Collaborations with Google to integrate AI into governance frameworks.
- Development of an AI City in Amaravati to improve agriculture and healthcare.
- Using AI to enhance service delivery and drive economic growth.
Job Creation Through Andhra Pradesh AI Initiatives
Nara Lokesh cited a joint study predicting the creation of 2.73 million jobs in India’s AI sector by 2028.
Highlights of the state’s initiatives include:
- Allocating ₹10,354 crore to the National AI Mission to foster innovation.
- Strengthening partnerships between government, academia, and industry to address real-world challenges.
Collaboration with Google to Enhance AI Solutions
The Andhra Pradesh AI initiatives, in partnership with Google, aim to:
- Develop advanced AI-driven solutions for governance.
- Build robust digital infrastructure to support startups.
- Promote skill development to nurture a tech-savvy workforce.
Lokesh emphasized that Andhra Pradesh AI initiatives will lead to transformative social and economic progress, setting a global example of how AI can revolutionize governance.
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