AP plans dedicated AI University: Nara Lokesh
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Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh plans to establish India's first dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) university, state Education, IT, and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh said.
The minister, who is currently on a visit to Australia, also announced that AI curriculum is being introduced from the high school level, supported by new AI and Robotics Labs across government schools. Lokesh held a series of strategic engagements with top universities, business leaders, and innovation experts across Brisbane and the Gold Coast, aimed at strengthening the state's global education partnerships, investment prospects, and sports infrastructure development. According to the minister's office here, at the Education Roundtable hosted by Queensland Trade and Investment, he emphasised Andhra Pradesh's pioneering education reforms.
The minister noted that the state is successfully integrating AI into governance to improve public services in education, healthcare, and welfare delivery. The meeting saw participation from leading universities and government officials representing Queensland's education sector. At Griffith University's Gold Coast campus, Lokesh met Vice President (Global) Marnie Watson and explored the university's advanced sports infrastructure. Watson briefed the Minister on Griffith University’s achievements since its establishment in 1975 and its international reputation for social justice.
