15 Sept 2026
Odisha AI CoE gets MeitY nod, Blue Cloud to invest ₹4 crore in centre
Odisha's artificial intelligence (AI) centre of excellence in Bhubaneswar has got in-principle approval from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. STPI will run the centre under the IndiaAI Mission, while Blue Cloud puts in ₹4 crore and offers funding, mentorship and strategic support to startups. If you run a tech startup, this may mean easier access to mentoring and early money.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Bhubaneswar AI centre of excellence has received in-principle approval from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
- STPI will implement the centre under the IndiaAI Mission.
- Blue Cloud will invest ₹4 crore and provide funding, industry leadership, mentorship and strategic support to startups.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you run a startup in or near Bhubaneswar, keep an eye on STPI and IndiaAI Mission announcements to see when this centre opens applications for support, and check the terms before you apply.
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TaxQue News Desk
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