Updated 18 February 2026 at 15:39 IST
Sarvam AI Showcases India-Focused AI Models and Language Capabilities
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Celesta Capital Managing Partner and former KPMG India CEO Arun M Kumar said India is entering a decisive phase in artificial intelligence adoption, driven by policy support, government funding, and deep talent pools. Rejecting fears of job displacement, he argued that AI represents opportunity rather than opposition and could act as a powerful economic leveller by lowering entry barriers between technical and non-technical workers.
- Republic Business
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Indian artificial intelligence startup Sarvam AI showcased a set of AI models and platforms developed specifically for Indian languages, datasets, and domestic deployment requirements.
The company demonstrated its work on India-focused large language models (LLMs) and speech systems designed to support text, voice, and translation-based applications across multiple Indian languages. The solutions are intended for use cases such as customer support, education platforms, governance interfaces, and enterprise applications that require multilingual AI capabilities.
Emphasis On Indian Languages And Scale
Sarvam AI highlighted that its models are trained on Indian language datasets, addressing limitations commonly seen in global AI systems that are optimised primarily for English and a narrow set of international languages.
The company also outlined its focus on building AI systems capable of operating at a population scale, with architectures designed to handle high query volumes and large user bases, a key requirement for India-specific deployments.
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Designed For Domestic Deployment
Sarvam AI said its technology stack supports domestic hosting and deployment, allowing organisations to operate AI systems within India. This aligns with growing demand from enterprises and public institutions for AI solutions that meet data localisation and regulatory requirements.
The showcase reflects a broader trend of Indian AI firms developing locally trained and locally deployable models, as adoption of artificial intelligence expands across sectors, including public services, banking, telecom, and digital platforms.
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Published By : Shourya Jha
Published On: 18 February 2026 at 15:39 IST