Mumbai: IndiaAI and Meta have announced a significant collaboration to advance open-source AI innovation and skill development in India. As part of this partnership, a new Center for generative AI, Srijan (सृजन), will be established at IIT Jodhpur, alongside the launch of the YuvAi Initiative for skilling and capacity building in association with AICTE. These initiatives aim to empower India's AI ecosystem and ensure the responsible deployment of generative AI technologies across various sectors.  

The Center for Generative AI will focus on research and development while promoting the growth of ethical AI technologies in India. It aims to support open science innovation and provide education and policy guidance, empowering students, researchers, and AI practitioners with the tools needed for responsible AI development.  

The YuvAi initiative targets one lakh students and developers, equipping them with the skills to harness large language models (LLMs) for real-world solutions in healthcare, education, agriculture, smart cities, and financial inclusion over the next three years. It will include courses, hackathons, and startup support to foster AI talent in India.  

Ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY), secretary, S. Krishnan highlighted the importance of these initiatives, stating, "These initiatives are pivotal in creating a robust ecosystem for groundbreaking research, skill development, and open-source innovation, advancing AI technology while ensuring its responsible and ethical deployment."