Kerala Launches AI Centre of Excellence in Thiruvananthapuram With MeitY

1 Oct 2026, 5:38 am · 1d ago · 1 min read · urbanacres.in

Kerala has launched a new Artificial Intelligence Centre of Excellence in Thiruvananthapuram in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and Digital University Kerala. The initiative aims to bolster the state's deeptech ecosystem by incubating and supporting 15 selected AI startups. The centre will provide computational infrastructure, technical mentorship, and institutional support to advance sovereign AI capabilities. By bridging academia, government, and emerging technology ventures, the hub seeks to accelerate local AI product development and establish Kerala as a leading destination for artificial intelligence research and innovation in southern India.