-By ArdorComm News Network
March 10, 2025
Karnataka is making a major push for artificial intelligence (AI) in governance, as announced by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the 2025 state budget. The government will establish a Centre for Applied AI for Tech Solutions (CATS) with a ₹50 crore investment over five years to position Karnataka as a leader in AI-driven governance.
Key AI Initiatives in Governance:
- Karnataka AI Cell to develop AI-based solutions using Computer Vision, NLP, and LLM
- AI-based Government Order Summary and Information Extraction Tool for easy access to policies and schemes
- AI-driven Integrated Public Grievance Redressal System (IPGRS 2.0) for efficient resolution of complaints
- Karnataka Advanced Attendance Management System using AI and GIS technologies
AI in Education & Agriculture:
- ‘Kalika Deepa’ AI-based learning programme for 2,000 schools, in collaboration with Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani’s EkStep Foundation, to improve Kannada, English, and early math skills
- Digital Agricultural Service Centres leveraging AI and geospatial tech to help farmers make accurate crop decisions
AI for Smart Governance & Infrastructure:
- Upgrading the Karnataka-GIS (K-GIS) portal to version 2.0 (₹150 crore) with AI/ML enhancements for better asset tracking and Hissa map digitization
- AI-enabled smart system for judicial transcriptions and translations (₹2 crore) to improve legal documentation
- AI-powered traffic monitoring system with electronic cameras at 60 locations across Davanagere, Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Belagavi, and other districts (₹50 crore) to curb violations
With these initiatives, Karnataka is set to enhance AI adoption across governance, education, agriculture, and urban management, reinforcing its position as India’s leading tech hub.
Source: Money control