India Launches ‘BharatGen’ AI Model

  • 03 Jun 2025

On 2nd June 2025, at the BharatGen Summit, Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled BharatGen, India's first government-backed, multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) tailored for 22 Indian languages.

Key Points

  • Model Launch: Developed by IIT Bombay’s TIH Foundation for IoT & IoE under NM-ICPS, with support from DST.
  • Multimodal Capability: Integrates text, speech, and image processing—designed for regional inclusivity.
  • Ethical & Inclusive AI: Emphasized alignment with Indian values, promoting trust and accessibility.
  • Sector Impact: Promises breakthroughs in healthcare, education, governance, and agriculture.
  • Policy Synergy: Linked to PM “Techade” vision and National Education Policy 2020.
  • Innovation Ecosystem:
    • 25 Technology Innovation Hubs (TIHs)
    • 4 upgraded to Technology Translational Research Parks (TTRPs)
    • Backed by Anusandhan NRF, promoting R&D and international collaboration