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Odisha Launches State AI Policy 2025 to Boost Innovation and Governance

ByDarshanbir Singh Narula
2025-05-29.about 1 month ago
Odisha Launches State AI Policy 2025 to Boost Innovation and Governance
Odisha launches AI Policy 2025 under the Odisha AI Mission to drive innovation, governance, and ethical AI adoption across the state.

The Odisha state cabinet has approved the state AI policy of 2025, which aims to enhance the use of AI and integrate technology into various sectors, including the government and public services, according to reports by United News of India. The introduction was made using the name ‘Odisha AI Mission.’ It is said to have a two-tiered structure that includes a high-level task force and the AI cell at the Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC), which is further used to oversee implementation across the entire state of Odisha.

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Key Pillars of the AI Policy

The policy is structured around four foundational pillars:

  1. AI Infrastructure Development: Introduction of state-of-the-art computing facilities, in order to support data centers and AI applications.
  2. Skills Enhancement: Helps in introducing training programs, which further intensifies and helps in building a workforce proficient in AI technology.
  3. Energy Sustainability: Promotes the use of AI in order to reduce energy consumption and, furthermore, supports renewable energy initiatives.
  4. Regulatory Frameworks: Develops policies so that data governance is focused on reducing misuse and bias.

Ethical AI Deployment and Data Governance

One of the significant points of the AI policy is the focus on AI deployment. The AI policy helps establish new data governance frameworks and ensures the responsible use of Chatbots, as well as the AI system. The policy aims to collaborate at both national and international levels to prevent the misuse of AI applications.

As the AI policy has been approved, the approval marks a significant step towards integrating AI technologies across various sectors in Odisha. The integration would mark a step towards innovation and improve overall governance.

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