Odisha signs MoU with HCLTech, Sarvam AI for first AI Data Centre
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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced two MoUs with HCLTech and Sarvam AI to set up the state's first AI Data Centre and a Global Development Centre. The investment is around Rs 730 crore, marking a significant step in Odisha's AI infrastructure.
Key facts
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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced two MoUs with HCLTech and Sarvam AI.
HCLTech will establish a Global Development Centre in Odisha.
HCLTech and Sarvam AI jointly set up Odisha's first AI Data Centre.
The AI Data Centre will be located at the Odisha Sovereign AI Park.
Total investment for the project is around Rs 730 crore.
Prelims pointers
- Odisha Sovereign AI Park
- HCLTech
- Sarvam AI
- AI Data Centre
Mains angles
- Role of AI infrastructure in state development
- Public-private partnerships in technology