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AI Centre of Excellence Bhubaneswar: IndiaAI Mission Approval

19 September 20261 min read
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYAI Centre of ExcellenceBhubaneswar: IndiaAIMission Approval19 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

MeitY cleared, in principle, a new AI Centre of Excellence for Bhubaneswar in Odisha.

Key facts

  • Approval: in-principle, by MeitY.
  • Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
  • Umbrella: IndiaAI Mission.
  • Role: AI innovation, startup incubation and responsible AI deployment.

Focus areas

  • Healthcare
  • Governance
  • Disaster management
  • Education
  • Coastal and marine economy
  • Fisheries

Exam angle

  • Ministry: MeitY; mission: IndiaAI.
  • City: Bhubaneswar (Odisha).
  • Note the coastal and marine and fisheries emphasis.

Test yourself

1. In which city has an AI Centre of Excellence been approved in principle under the IndiaAI Mission?

The centre is planned for Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

2. Which ministry granted in-principle approval for the Bhubaneswar AI Centre of Excellence?

MeitY gave the approval.

3. Which is listed as a focus sector of the Bhubaneswar AI Centre of Excellence?

Fisheries and coastal and marine economy are among the focus areas.

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