India’s First Indigenous LLM: Sarvam AI Leads IndiaAI Mission
27th April 2025, Kathmandu
In a groundbreaking move under the IndiaAI Mission, the Government of India has officially selected Sarvam AI, a Bengaluru-based startup, to lead the creation of the country’s first indigenous foundational Large Language Model (LLM).
India’s First Indigenous LLM
This landmark initiative represents a significant stride toward AI self-reliance and strengthens India’s position on the global AI innovation map.
Chosen from 67 proposals submitted since February 15, Sarvam AI stood out with its exceptional vision, technological prowess, and commitment to building cutting-edge AI solutions. Now entrusted with this historic responsibility, Sarvam AI has set an ambitious six-month timeline to deliver a fully operational, homegrown foundational LLM — a project that could dramatically reshape India’s digital future.
Why This Indigenous LLM Matters for India?
The foundational LLM being developed by Sarvam AI is poised to become a critical backbone for India’s AI ecosystem. It aims to empower industries, startups, research institutions, and government projects, significantly reducing reliance on foreign AI technologies. By fostering an ecosystem of innovation and self-sufficiency, India will be better positioned to lead advancements in sectors such as:
Healthcare: Enabling AI-driven diagnostics, patient care, and medical research.
Education: Supporting personalized learning experiences and digital education initiatives.
Governance: Enhancing public service delivery, policy-making, and citizen engagement.
Industry and Startups: Boosting AI adoption across manufacturing, fintech, agri-tech, and beyond.
Sarvam AI: Pioneering India’s AI Future
With Sarvam AI at the helm, India is boldly moving towards an AI-powered future — one that is “By India, For India.” The startup, founded by some of the brightest minds in the country, combines deep expertise in machine learning, language technologies, and scalable AI systems.
This monumental project not only aligns with India’s digital transformation goals but also paves the way for greater sovereignty in critical technology sectors. A successful indigenous LLM will also enhance India’s global influence in shaping responsible, inclusive, and ethical AI standards.
A New Era of Digital Leadership
The launch of India’s own foundational LLM could mark the beginning of a new era of digital leadership. It promises to open new frontiers in innovation, economic growth, and national security. More importantly, it embodies the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.
With the IndiaAI Mission setting the vision and Sarvam AI leading the execution, the dream of a self-reliant, AI-empowered India is now closer to reality than ever before.
