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The Yardi School of AI and Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi, is proud to announce the launch of the Beta version of Adi Vaani – the world’s first AI-powered platform for Janjatiya (tribal) languages, inaugurated at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi.

The event was graced by Hon’ble MoS Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, along with senior officials of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Prof. Rangan Banerjee (Director, IIT Delhi), Prof. Vivek Kumar (Coordinator, BBMC), Prof. Parag Singla (Head, Yardi SCAI), and representatives from State TRIs and TRKC, New Delhi.

Developed under the leadership of Prof. Sandeep Kumar (IIT Delhi), with BITS Pilani, IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT-Naya Raipur, and State TRIs, Adi Vaani marks a transformative step in bridging the digital divide. In its first phase, the platform supports Santhali, Bhili, Mundari, and Gondi, providing:

✅ Real-time AI translation (text, speech, OCR) with Hindi & English

✅ Bilingual dictionaries and interactive learning tools

✅ Digitization of folklore and oral traditions

✅ Multilingual access to government schemes and advisories

Expansion to Kui and Garo is planned in the next phase.

This youth-led initiative, driven by IIT Delhi students and collaborators, exemplifies India’s vision for Viksit Bharat 2047, positioning the nation as a global leader in inclusive, multilingual AI innovation.

 Website: adivaani.tribal.gov.in
 Press:tinyurl.com/yykhjdcr
 DD News:tinyurl.com/2tfw5s2j
 App Download: tinyurl.com/4rjx5m3p
 Launch Video: tinyurl.com/ya2fpxwt

Congratulations to Prof. Kavya Dashora, an Associate Faculty at the Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence (ScAI), on receiving the Emerging Woman Leadership Award at IIT Delhi.

Welcome dinner party for the new batch of students joining our MTech/MSR/PhD program in Yardi School of AI, IIT Delhi. We are delighted to have you join our vibrant academic community. This journey will be filled with opportunities for discovery, growth, and meaningful collaboration. We look forward to supporting your ambitions, encouraging your curiosity, and celebrating your achievements.

Heartfelt congratulations to our amazing graduates from the MTech and MSR programs in Machine Intelligence and Data Science (MINDS) at the Yardi School of AI, IIT Delhi! Your incredible hard work, dedication, and creativity have led you to this extraordinary milestone. As you set off on your thrilling adventures in the field of AI and technology, we are cheering for you every step of the way! May your impactful contributions inspire others and shape the future. 

Best wishes on your exciting journey ahead!

Congratulations to Prof. Mausam for being named one of the top 30 Indian AI Leaders on the Forbes India & Accel Power List 2025:

https://www.forbesindia.com/lists/ai-list-2025/?profile=Mausam

Please see respective program pages for the updates.

Mr. Rajiv Khemani, Principal Donor, Visits ScAI

On March 13, 2025, the School of Artificial Intelligence (ScAI) at IIT Delhi had the privilege of hosting Mr. Rajiv Khemani, Principal Donor. During his visit, Mr. Khemani toured the newly constructed ScAI building and attended a presentation that highlighted the school's significant strides across various AI research domains.

The visit also facilitated engaging discussions between Mr. Khemani and ScAI faculty members, focusing on cutting-edge advancements and the future trajectory of AI research at the institute. His interaction with the faculty reinforced the collaborative ethos that drives innovation at ScAI, underscoring the school’s commitment to pushing the frontiers of artificial intelligence.

ScAI faculty member Prof. Hariprasad has been selected as a 2025-26 Cornell University AI for sustainability (AI4S) Visiting Professor. This recognition reflects his exceptional contributions to AI for sustainability.

IIT Delhi’s Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence recently hosted an insightful seminar on the safety of machine learning in critical systems, featuring none other than Prof. Thomas G. Dietterich, a globally renowned AI researcher and pioneer in the field.

Held on 17th February 2025, the event brought together curious minds eager to dive into the complexities of AI safety. Prof. Dietterich shared his expertise on making machine learning systems more reliable, tackling challenges like adaptive data collection and risk management in high-stakes environments.

The session wrapped up with a vibrant Q&A, where participants got the chance to interact directly with the expert, sparking discussions that extended beyond the seminar. Events like these continue to strengthen IIT Delhi’s role as a hub for cutting-edge research and meaningful conversations in the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence.