In yet another significant measure towards increased and effective AI adoption in governance, Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) recently unveiled in New Delhi what is reckoned as AI Playbook.
Developed by Wadhwani Centre for Government Digital Transformation – a technology transformation concern of the Wadhwani Foundation – the Playbook is a practical guide designed to accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in government projects.
The Playbook was officially launched by S. Krishnan, Secretary of MeitY, at focused programme organized recently in New Delhi, in the presence of a galaxy of senior officers of MeitY, and Wadhwani Foundation.
The officials from the government, and executives from the Wadhwani Centre included Sunil Dahiya, EVP- Skilling, Wadhwani Foundation; Prakash Kumar, CEO, WGDT, Wadhwani Foundation; Meetul Patel, President, Wadhwani Foundation; Akash Tripathi , CEO, MyGov; Nand Kumarum, President & CEO, National e-Governance Division (NeGD); and Kavita Bhatia, Group Coordinator, (Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology, Human Centered Computing (HCC) Division.
Speaking on the occasion, Krishnan highlighted that the Playbook aligns with India’s technological goals, and its strength lies in its practical approach. It provides a clear framework for officials to identify valuable AI opportunities, evaluate their feasibility, and transform them into effective solutions.
“The Playbook bridges the gap between technological potential and real-world governance requirements, offering public officials a guide to confidently navigate the AI landscape,” MeitY secretary vouched.
Endorsing the views, Prakash Kumar, Chief Executive Officer at Wadhwani Centre for Government Digital Transformation, underscored the Playbook’s transformative potential.
“The AI Playbook represents a significant step forward in enabling government bodies to harness the transformative potential of AI,” he said. “By providing actionable insights and a roadmap, we aim to empower project owners to execute impactful AI-driven initiatives effectively.”
The AI Playbook is a comprehensive and practical resource aimed at empowering project owners to identify AI integration opportunities and execute impactful AI-driven initiatives. It provides a structured framework, outlining key considerations and essential questions to ensure the successful implementation of AI solutions in governance. As a living document, the AI Playbook is designed to evolve with national priorities and advancements in AI technologies, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness in addressing contemporary challenges.
Wadhwani Foundation is a high-growth technology organization dedicated to social good. A global non-profit entity working with the primary mission of accelerating economic development of the country by driving increased job creation, the foundation implements a variety of initiatives for skilling, entrepreneurship, digital transformation in government establishments, besides the domains of innovation and research.
Founded by Silicon Valley entrepreneur Dr. Romesh Wadhwani, the Foundation is scaling impact across multiple countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Through innovative programmess that leverage the latest technology and expansive global networks, it democratizes access to world-class resources needed to improve livelihoods and change lives.
The initiative – formerly known as Wadhwani Institute of Technology and Policy – was set up in September 2020, in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of mainstreaming emerging technologies in government operations, including policy and programmes.
The central aspect of the initiative is to enable government departments and officials to accelerate their digital transformation through a technology-focused Skilling Academy that helps them to speed up on new technology trends.
The Academy also operates a live Incubation Centre to develop, pilot and launch national/state-level digital initiatives with the potential to benefit hundreds of millions of citizens.
