Artificial Intelligence Incubation Centre in Bengaluru Inaugurated Virtually by Army Chief

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Bengaluru: The Indian Army has inaugurated the Indian Army AI Incubation Centre (IAAIIC) here, marking a significant step towards enhancing its technological capabilities. The virtual inauguration, led by Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, underscores the Army’s commitment to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its operations, aligning with its broader vision of modernization and preparedness for contemporary security challenges.

The IAAIIC aims to serve as a collaborative platform that brings together academia, start-ups, industry leaders, and domain experts to develop indigenous AI solutions tailored specifically for the Indian Army’s unique needs.

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The centre will concentrate on critical areas such as Predictive Maintenance, Enhanced Surveillance, Decision Support Systems and Autonomous Platforms. This focus is intended to improve decision-making and operational efficiency within the Army.

A primary goal is to nurture local talent and reduce reliance on foreign technologies, reinforcing India’s pursuit of self-reliance in defence technology, thereby ensuring indigenous capacity building exercise. The initiative also aims to cultivate a skilled workforce of AI experts within the Indian Army. By enhancing its technological capabilities, the IAAIIC positions the Indian Army at the forefront of defence technology, preparing it for multi-domain warfare scenarios.

The centre has been developed in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), which provides essential infrastructure and IT support. The facility is equipped with a 1-petaflop supercomputer from the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC), enabling advanced AI modelling and training capabilities.

This initiative not only strengthens national security but also signifies a proactive approach by the Indian Army to adapt to rapid technological advancements in warfare, embodying the spirit of innovation in what has been termed the “Decade of Transformation” for military operations.

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