Revolutionizing Industries: Reliance's 'Hanooman' AI Poised for India's Technological Leap
- Posted on February 21, 2024
- Technology
- By Arijit Dutta
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Reliance Industries, through its BharatGPT initiative, is all set to launch 'Hanooman,' an AI model tailored for India's diverse needs. With partnerships with IITs and startups, it promises to revolutionize sectors like healthcare, finance, and education, marking a significant step in Indian technological advancement.

In
a significant move towards advancing India's technological landscape, Reliance
Industries, under its BharatGPT initiative, is on the brink of unveiling 'Hanooman,'
an indigenous AI model designed explicitly for the country's requirements.
Scheduled for a grand debut in March, 'Hanooman' symbolizes India's ambition to
push the boundaries of AI technology, promising a transformative impact across
various sectors.
Named
'Hanooman,' this AI model epitomizes India's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge
technology to address critical challenges. It is designed to proficiently
operate in 11 local languages, catering to sectors such as healthcare,
governance, financial services, and education. The recent preview event
provided a glimpse into 'Hanooman's' diverse functionalities, showcasing its
versatility and potential applications.
Developed in collaboration with esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) universities, 'Hanooman' enjoys robust support from Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd. Additionally, startups like Sarvam and Krutrim, backed by prominent investors, are actively contributing to the development of open-source AI models tailored for India. This collaborative effort underscores the collective endeavor to harness AI's transformative power for societal benefit.
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One of 'Hanooman's' standout features is its seamless integration of speech-to-text capabilities, aimed at enhancing user experience and accessibility. Reliance Jio's strategic initiative also includes the development of customized AI solutions and the conceptualization of 'Jio Brain,' a pioneering platform envisioned to integrate AI across its extensive network, serving millions of subscribers nationwide.
Reflecting
on Reliance Jio's visionary approach, Chairman Akash Ambani emphasized the
company's enduring partnership with IIT-Bombay. He highlighted the alignment of
BharatGPT and 'Hanooman' with Jio 2.0, an initiative aimed at fostering an
ecosystem of innovation and progress. With 'Hanooman' poised to make its mark,
anticipation is high for its transformative impact, propelling India into a
future powered by cutting-edge AI technology.