India Second to None in Artificial Intelligence

August 6, 2026

The era of education and knowledge has transformed. We have entered a new age—a digital and cyber era defined by robotics and the power of the internet. Artificial Intelligence (AI), developed by scientists, is making its presence felt everywhere. It is true that ever since we began endowing AI tools with capabilities akin to the human brain, the technology has started to outpace human control. Scientists, wary of its burgeoning potential, are attempting to regulate it. However, one should not assume that India lags behind in this field. Google DeepMind is a tool that evaluates the progress nations make in this sector.

It is a matter of pride for India that Google DeepMind has commended the country, noting that Indians are actively engaged in solving some of the world’s most complex problems. Indian scientists and engineers are leveraging artificial intelligence to address these formidable global challenges. Today, Indian teams are not merely developing software; they are working in the realm of AI and AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) to tackle intricate issues such as healthcare, climate change, drug discovery, and scientific research. The pace of research in this direction has accelerated manifold. Bengaluru has emerged as a major hub for these activities.

In the city, scientific teams are working to enhance the capabilities of the Gemini model, improve data quality, and develop multilingual AI systems. We can take pride in the fact that AI is now capable of understanding and communicating in 25 Indian languages and dialects. This technology is being rapidly advanced. The next objective is to extend its reach to millions of people across India.

While a vast number of Indians reside in villages rather than cities, realizing this vision requires ensuring that the entire rural population—comprising 60 percent of the country—has access to mobile connectivity, reliable energy, and the infrastructure needed to operate AGI systems. Google DeepMind states that currently, over 150,000 researchers in India are engaged in this work, having made significant contributions to the fields of healthcare, agriculture, and scientific research. In agriculture, the company has utilized monitoring and satellite technology to analyze crops, soil, and weather conditions, providing recommendations for improved farming practices. India’s Outstanding Performance Commonwealth Games India Second to None in Artificial Intelligence-Abhishek Vij RNI No.: PUNENG/2023/85940, Owned, Printed and Publish