Meta collaborates with Telangana government to boost e-governance using AI
Meta, the social media giant, has announced a two-year partnership with the Telangana government. The collaboration is aimed at enhancing e-governance and services aimed at citizens, with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. According to an official statement, this strategic alliance will provide public officials and citizens with access to advanced technologies like AI, improving e-governance and citizen services.
Partnership to leverage Meta's AI technologies
Under the collaboration, the Telangana government will utilize Meta's open-source generative AI technologies, including the latest Llama 3.1 model. The primary focus of this collaboration is to transform several aspects of public service delivery and e-governance. Additionally, it aims to boost the productivity and efficiency of government departments as well as agencies through the use of Gen AI (generative AI).
A step toward digital leadership?
The strategic partnership aligns with Meta's open approach to AI innovation and Telangana's digital leadership. It aims to harness the potential of AI for social and economic opportunities within the state while addressing unique local needs. This collaboration is seen as a significant step toward paving the way for innovative solutions in the realm of e-governance and public service delivery.