Karnataka AI Budget

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