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Panaji, Apr 29 (PTI) The Pramod Sawant-led Goa government on Wednesday released its draft Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy that aims to make the state “forward-looking and technology-driven” and position it as a global hub for high-tech innovation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
As part of the policy, the government is deliberating on restricting social media access to children below 16 years of age, Information Technology Minister Rohan Khaunte said in a press conference.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The draft policy, prepared within 50 days, fulfils the government’s commitment to roll out a framework within 100 days, he said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The document was finalised after extensive consultations with industry leaders, academia and other stakeholders, and has been placed in the public domain to invite suggestions before its finalisation, he said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
“Today’s release of the draft AI policy is a testament to our commitment to making Goa a forward-looking, technology-driven state. We had promised a framework within 100 days, and through collaborative efforts, we have delivered a draft that is both practical and ambitious,” the minister said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Khaunte said the policy is aimed at ensuring that the benefits of technological advancements reach the common citizen, while also equipping the state’s youth with skills required to remain competitive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The draft focuses on areas such as AI skilling, promotion of startups, development of innovation ecosystems, improvement of governance and public services, and creation of infrastructure for research and development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Under the proposed “Goa AI Mission 2027”, the state plans to leverage local talent, develop large language models (LLMs), and ensure safety and accountability in AI deployment, he said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
According to the minister, the policy is intended to be implemented across sectors including finance, tourism and governance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
During the interaction, Khaunte also said the government is deliberating on restricting social media access for children below 16 years of age, while promoting AI-driven educational tools as a more productive alternative.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
“We are awaiting further inputs from stakeholders and will be sharing the proposal with the Chief Minister to take it up with the Centre,” he said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The draft AI policy will be available for public feedback on the state portal, Goa Online portal and the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C) website from May 4 for 15 days, officials said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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