Tech Mahindra today announced the much-awaited launch of its Project Indus.
This indigenous large language model (LLM) is designed to engage in conversations across a wide array of Indic languages and dialects, marking a significant step towards linguistic inclusivity in the realm of artificial intelligence.
In the initial phase, Project Indus will concentrate on developing an LLM specifically tailored for the Hindi language and its extensive range of over 37 dialects.
By focusing on this widely spoken language, Tech Mahindra aims to bridge the linguistic gap and empower a substantial portion of the population to interact with cutting-edge AI technology in their native tongue.
To bring Project Indus to life, Tech Mahindra has forged strategic collaborations with industry leaders Dell Technologies and Intel.
The model will be implemented using ‘GenAI in a Box’ solution, which harnesses the power of Dell Technologies’ state-of-the-art computing, storage, and networking capabilities.
Additionally, the solution incorporates Intel-based infrastructure, including Intel® Xeon® Processors and the OneAPI software suite, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
Nikhil Malhotra, Global Head of Makers Lab at Tech Mahindra, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “Project Indus is our seminal effort to develop an LLM from the ground up. Through Makers Lab, our R&D arm, we created a roadmap, collected data from the Hindi-speaking population, and built the Indus model. Our collaboration with Dell Technologies & Intel will help deliver cutting-edge AI solutions that enable enterprises to scale at speed.”
The collaboration between Tech Mahindra, Dell Technologies, and Intel aims to revolutionise AI-driven solutions across various industries. By leveraging Tech Mahindra’s expertise in developing localized and verticalized industry-agnostic LLMs, the partnership will enable the creation of tailored use cases and applications in sectors such as healthcare, rural education, banking, agriculture, and telecom.
This initiative has the potential to drive innovation, optimise productivity, and promote growth in these critical domains.
Denise Millard, Chief Partner Officer at Dell Technologies, emphasized the significance of accessibility and scalability in the adoption of GenAI.
“With the Dell AI Factory, LLMs like Project Indus leverage AI-optimized technologies with an open ecosystem of partners, validated and integrated solutions, services and best practices, accelerating the adoption of AI to drive growth, optimize productivity and promote innovation,” she remarked.
Santhosh Viswanathan, Vice President & Managing Director for India at Intel, highlighted the company’s dedication to advancing the frontiers of AI. “We are proud to collaborate with Tech Mahindra on Project Indus, which will enable seamless deployment of advanced AI models across industries and empower enterprises to unlock GenAI’s full potential for enhanced operational efficiency and a competitive edge,” he stated.
Project Indus represents a pivotal milestone in the evolution of the global GenAI landscape, which is projected to expand to a staggering $1.3 trillion over the next decade. The model will initially prioritise key use cases and pilot projects, offering scalable AI solutions to enterprises.
This collaboration underscores Tech Mahindra’s unwavering commitment to enabling enterprises to scale rapidly with technological advancements, fostering a future where AI solutions are accessible, scalable, and responsible.
Tech Mahindra’s recent announcement of developing an LLM to preserve Bahasa Indonesia and its dialects further highlights the company’s dedication to linguistic diversity and inclusivity in the AI domain.
With Project Indus, Tech Mahindra is poised to reshape the AI landscape, empowering businesses and individuals alike to harness the potential of advanced language models in their native languages.
