AI4India (An initiative of DeepTech for Bharat Foundation) with its technology partner Paralaxiom Technologies, is working on developing a Public AI model to enhance Public safety in India through Visual Awareness. Globally, AI is advancing rapidly, ushering in an era where humans and AI will co-exist.
As the fastest-growing economy and the world’s second most populous country, India holds a significant stake in the AI revolution. AI4India.org, which has senior technocrats, researchers, policy experts, and startup founders as its members, aims to transform India’s AI landscape by democratizing access to artificial intelligence and empowering the most disenfranchised, reducing the inequities they face in this rapidly evolving ecosystem, says a statement from the company.
In a significant move to take its agenda forward, AI4India.org, in collaboration with its technology partner Paralaxiom Technologies, is developing a Vision AI model acknowledging challenges and gaps in the realm of public safety. This model is designed to enhance public safety by providing real-time monitoring and alerts from CCTV camera feeds, thus reducing the need for extensive human intervention and ensuring quicker response times to incidents.
“AI has the potential to transform industries ranging from healthcare to agriculture,” stated Shashi Shekhar Vempati, co-founder, DeepTech for Bharat Foundation (the non-profit behind AI4India.org). “However, in India, we face unique challenges such as the lack of accessible, large-scale public datasets that accurately reflect our socio-economic and cultural diversity. AI4India.org aims to promote policies that encourage data sharing while safeguarding privacy and data security.”
Alok Agarwal, co-founder, DeepTech for Bharat Foundation (ai4india.org), emphasized the forum’s commitment to addressing India’s unique AI adoption challenges: “Artificial intelligence is going to revolutionize how industries operate, and we at AI4India.org aim to act as a catalyst for positive change. Our goal is to create more democratized and equitable models tailored to the Indian context, leading India into a future where AI enriches lives and shapes a more prosperous society.”
How AI4India Public AI Model Works
AI4India’s Vision AI model, developed with Paralaxiom Technologies, is set to revolutionize public safety in India. This model will evaluate real-time camera feeds, alerting authorities to any abnormal activities. Trained on Indian public conditions, including diverse demographics, attire, vehicles, and landscapes, the model aims to provide accurate and timely alerts.
“The model, trained on vast amounts of public video feeds sourced from law enforcement and municipal bodies, will be accessible to developers for building various safety and vision-based applications,” said Kshitij Sharma, CEO of Paralaxiom Technologies. We invite data owners with access to public video footage to partner with us in this mission to make India safer.”
The AI4India.org forum (an initiative of the DeepTech for Bharat Foundation), strives to create an ecosystem that empowers individuals and organizations to leverage AI for positive impact and growth in India, through strategic partnerships, innovative solutions, and comprehensive skill-building initiatives. The forum invites data owners, developers, and stakeholders to join its mission of leveraging AI for the public good and creating a safer, more inclusive society.
