AI SummaryGujarat AI Action Plan 2025-2030: Gujarat government's five-year Artificial Intelligence (AI) mission is now moving into its rollout stage. Approved by Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel on July 28, 2025, the plan aims to use AI and Deep Tech across governance, education, healthcare, agriculture and industry to make the state a national leader in responsible and inclusive AI use.
In 2026, the state took the next step. Department of Science and Technology (DST) set up an AI Implementation Cell in March 2026 to run the action plan in a coordinated, accountable and time-bound way. Gujarat also launched its Data Center Policy 2026-29 to build the digital backbone needed for AI growth.
What is Gujarat AI Action Plan
Gujarat AI Action Plan, also called the AI and Deep Tech Mission, is a state-level scheme that will train and upskill over 2.5 lakh people, encourage research and startup growth, and build safe and trusted AI systems for government and public services. The plan matches Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a digital, self-reliant India.
The action plan came out of detailed consultation led by a 10-member AI task group and a high-level policy workshop in late 2024. The main aim is to use AI across public services, education, healthcare, agriculture and industry, and help citizens and institutions get ready for the future.
The mission will:
- Train and upskill over 2.5 lakh people, including students, MSMEs and government staff, in AI, machine learning and data science.
- Encourage research, innovation and startup growth in AI and Deep Tech fields.
- Build safe, trusted and ethical AI solutions for government and public services.
- Strengthen the state's digital infrastructure to support advanced AI use.
Highlights of Gujarat AI Action Plan
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Gujarat AI Action Plan (AI and Deep Tech Mission) |
| Approved By | Gujarat government |
| Approval Date | July 28, 2025 |
| Plan Period | 2025-2030 |
| Main Aim | Use AI across governance, education, healthcare, agriculture and industry |
| People to be Skilled | Over 2.5 lakh |
| Nodal Department | Department of Science and Technology (DST) |
| Official Website | dst.gujarat.gov.in |
Core Pillars of the Gujarat AI Action Plan
The five-year action plan is built around six main pillars. The first is data governance and infrastructure, which covers secure, interoperable and scalable data systems, privacy and governance standards, and AI data repositories connected to national platforms like AIRAWAT. The second pillar is digital infrastructure, which expands cloud and GPU capacity even in Tier-II and Tier-III cities and creates AI Factories and localized AI clusters for statewide access.
The third pillar is training and workforce development, with structured training for students, MSMEs and government staff in AI, machine learning and data analytics, plus study modules made to global standards. The fourth pillar is research and innovation, which encourages joint work between academia, industry, startups and government, and supports development of homegrown AI applications and IP creation. Gujarat's i-Hub innovation campus (1.5 lakh sq ft) will play a leading role here.
The fifth pillar is startup support and facilitation, covering incubation, mentorship and seed funding for AI and Deep Tech startups, along with regulatory help and infrastructure credits. The sixth pillar is safe and trusted AI, which builds ethical frameworks and responsible AI guidelines, sets up citizen trust mechanisms and strong governance oversight, and makes sure all AI use is clear, fair and inclusive.
Key Areas of AI Application
Under this plan, AI solutions will be piloted and rolled out in sectors like:
- Healthcare: AI-assisted diagnosis, hospital management, predictive healthcare analytics.
- Education: Smart learning platforms, personalized student assessment, upskilling programs.
- Agriculture: Precision farming advice, crop disease detection, weather analytics.
- Fintech: Fraud detection, financial inclusion, smart credit assessment.
- Civic Governance: Data-driven policy-making, smart city management, public complaint help.
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Implementation: How Will the Gujarat AI Action Plan Work?
The plan is led by a dedicated AI and Deep Tech Mission Agency, responsible for:
- Coordinating with government departments, academia and industry.
- Overseeing training, pilot projects and full-scale rollout.
- Setting benchmarks and regular review to make sure all targets are met.
- Supporting startups through the i-Hub innovation campus and allied programs.
Initial rollout will focus on creating AI-ready data infrastructure, launching pilot projects across multiple departments, and setting up AI innovation clusters in smaller cities and towns.
AI Implementation Cell (2026 Update)
In March 2026, Department of Science and Technology set up an AI Implementation Cell to run the action plan in a coordinated, accountable and time-bound way. This cell will strengthen Gujarat's position as a leading state in responsible and impactful use of AI in government. For official notifications and updates, check the DST website at dst.gujarat.gov.in.
Government Statements
Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel said:
"This action plan is designed to make sure smart decision-making and improve citizen-centric service delivery. Our focus is on making Gujarat the hub of responsible and inclusive AI innovation."
A 10-member expert task group guided the plan, making sure there is a strong framework for rollout, governance and measurable results.
Timeline and Monitoring
Full rollout is planned by 2030. The plan will be reviewed and evaluated regularly to make sure targets are met well, and it will keep adapting to new AI trends and technologies as they come up.
Gujarat AI Innovation Challenge
Gujarat government is already working on various AI projects and is actively inviting AI and deep-tech startups to take part in its AI Innovation Challenge. As part of this, startups get the chance to work on real-world problems found by both public and private sector partners. In the public sector, the challenges include Automated Blueprint Evaluation for Town Planning (nominated by the Town Planning and Valuation Department) and an AI-Driven Wetland Intelligence and Digital Platform for a Bird Sanctuary (nominated by the Forest and Environment Department).
In the private sector, the focus areas are Material Tracking and Wastage Management (nominated by Tech Weaves International Pvt. Ltd.) and developing a Computer Vision Solution for Quality Check (nominated by Oriental Engineering Works).
This challenge is presented in partnership with leading organizations such as the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, Department of Science and Technology (Government of Gujarat), Gujarat Informatics Limited (GIL), nasscom Center of Excellence – IoT and AI, and Microsoft. Through these open challenges, Gujarat aims to build a strong ecosystem of innovation, helping startups develop AI solutions that address key governance and industry needs.
For the latest open use cases and to apply, visit the official AI Innovation Challenge page at gujarat.coe-iot.com.