Persistent Systems has partnered with IIT Kharagpur to establish an AI Innovation Lab at the institute’s Department of Computer Science and Engineering, aiming to advance AI research, talent development, and industry-academia collaboration.
The initiative aligns with Persistent Systems’ AI-first strategy and a shared vision of “AI for All.” The lab will focus on building robust, safe, and responsible AI systems across sectors such as healthcare analytics, educational technology, and financial intelligence.
The facility will feature advanced computational and instructional infrastructure to support both foundational and applied AI research. It is also expected to strengthen Persistent’s AI capability stack through reusable frameworks, domain expertise, and future-ready talent pipelines.
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Anand Deshpande, Founder, Chairman, and Managing Director of Persistent Systems, said India’s AI future will depend on original research, deep engineering, and solving real-world challenges. He added that the lab will work closely with students and faculty to develop impactful, India-centric AI solutions.
The collaboration will also encourage international partnerships and cross-domain engagement, creating a platform for knowledge exchange among academia, industry, and policy stakeholders.
