AI Kosha

March 10, 2025

The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), under the IndiaAI Mission, has developed AI Kosha, a centralized AI innovation platform to facilitate secure access to datasets, AI models, and development tools.
Key Features
- AI Dataset Repository: Hosts 300+ datasets and 80+ AI models for research.
- AI Sandbox Environment: Provides an integrated development environment (IDE) with tools and tutorials for model training.
- Content Discoverability: Uses AI-readiness scoring to identify relevant datasets.
- Security & Access Control: Implements data encryption, secure Application Programming Interface(API)access, and real-time threat filtering.
- Permission-Based Access: Offers tiered access for researchers, startups, and government bodies.
Benefits of AI Kosha
- Accelerates AI Research: Reduces AI development time with pre-trained models and quality datasets.
- Enhances AI Innovation: Supports startups and enterprises in building AI solutions.
- Strengthens AI Security: Ensures ethically sourced and consent-based datasets for responsible AI.
- Boosts Public Sector AI Adoption: Supports AI applications in governance, healthcare, and education.
Limitations
- Limited Dataset Variety: Mostly sourced from government and research institutions, lacking commercial data.
- Access Restrictions: Strict security protocols may limit private-sector participation.
- Early Stage Development: Needs wider industry collaboration for expansion.