Akash Ambani, chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm has revealed that the company is working on the ‘Bharat GPT’ program in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay, He shared this development during a recent address at the institute’s annual Techfest.
Ambani emphasized the importance of building a robust development ecosystem and outlined the company’s commitment to realizing the vision of ‘Jio 2.0.’ The Bharat GPT program, a collaboration with IIT Bombay since 2014, aims to harness generative AI, drawing inspiration from large language models like ChatGPT. This initiative aligns with Jio’s broader strategy to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence across various industries.
In addition to the Bharat GPT program, Ambani unveiled Jio’s ambitious venture into television technology. He disclosed that the company has been diligently working on developing its own operating system (OS) for televisions, extending its product offerings beyond telecommunications. Ambani highlighted the comprehensive approach to launching this TV OS, underscoring Jio’s commitment to diversifying its presence in media, commerce, communication, and devices.
Anticipating the transformative impact of artificial intelligence, Ambani shared the company’s dedication to integrating AI vertically within the organization and horizontally across all sectors. As part of this commitment, Jio is poised to introduce innovative products and services, solidifying its position as a technology leader in India.
Ambani expressed excitement about the imminent launch of 5G private networks, wherein Jio plans to offer a 5G stack to enterprises of all sizes. Describing India as the “biggest innovation center” for the next decade, Ambani conveyed confidence in the country reaching a USD 6 trillion economy by the end of the decade.
Highlighting the everyday integration of AI into daily life, Ambani shared an anecdote about controlling mattress temperature using an AI app, emphasizing that AI, for Jio, signifies not only artificial intelligence but also “all included.”
Ambani also encouraged young entrepreneurs not to fear failure, positioning Jio as the world’s largest startup, and urged them to contribute to societal well-being while remaining deeply passionate about their work,