India's AI Ambitions Face Hurdles: Homegrown Models Lag Behind Foreign Tech

India's push for AI dominance faces significant challenges, with a critical shortage of indigenous large-scale AI models. A recent Motilal Oswal report highlights key barriers: limited high-end AI hardware, restricted access to advanced GPUs, and insufficient R&D funding. These factors hinder India's ability to compete globally in AI development. However, the government's IndiaAI Mission, allocating ₹2,000 crore for foundational AI models and infrastructure, aims to address these gaps. With 67 proposals received for India-specific AI models, including 20 for large language models, the country is taking steps to reduce foreign technology dependence and boost its AI ecosystem.

 

Sources: The Print, ANI, Indian Express