India set to become global AI hub through tech-based skilling: PM Modi

E-courses will be developed in regional languages and dialects, NLP-based technology will be used to reskill youth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that India will aim to become a “global hub” for artificial intelligence (AI) through technology-based learning and skilling for workforce and students and help solve long-term issues such as climate change and pollution.
 
Speaking after inaugurating the Responsible AI for Social Empowerment (RAISE) 2020 Summit, Modi emphasised that AI should be used responsibly and the world must be protected against its weaponisation by non-state actors.
 
“It remains our collective responsibility to ensure trust in how AI is used. Algorithm transparency is key to establishing this trust. Equally important is accountability. We