The Indian Institute of Technology Madras has introduced a comprehensive capacity-building initiative to train government officials in responsible artificial intelligence deployment and governance. The programme, launched through IIT Madras’ Centre for Responsible AI at the Wadhwani School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, was unveiled during the Conclave on Strengthening Human Capital for the AI Era held on December 19, 2025.
Developed in collaboration with Google and the Digital Futures Lab, the training initiative seeks to equip public sector officials with essential technical, operational and governance capabilities for implementing AI systems across government institutions. As artificial intelligence increasingly influences critical sectors including education, healthcare, service delivery and digital governance, the programme addresses the urgent need for AI literacy and ethical decision-making frameworks within public administration.
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The curriculum encompasses foundational AI technologies, procurement evaluation strategies, risk assessment methodologies and governance protocols aligned with India’s policy frameworks. Through interactive case studies, workshops and practical sessions, participants will evaluate their departments’ AI readiness and develop implementation roadmaps for AI-based solutions.
Professor B. Ravindran, Head of the Wadhwani School, emphasized that responsible AI adoption must be grounded in trust, inclusion and accountability. The initiative serves as a precursor to the India AI Impact Summit 2026, aiming to position India as a leader in responsible AI adoption across the Global South while ensuring safe, human-centered technology deployment.
