14-05-2026:The Governor inaugurated the “AI Theme Room” and flagged off the “AI on Wheels” vehicle at Lok Bhavan.
Lok Bhavan Uttarakhand-Information Wing
Press Note
AI Theme Room and “AI on Wheels” Initiative Launched at Lok Bhavan
Governor Says “It Is Time to Transform Uttarakhand from a Land of Knowledge into a Land of Technology”
Technological Sovereignty Will Be the Greatest Strength of Developed India: Governor
Lok Bhavan Dehradun 14 May, 2026
Hon’ble Governor Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.) inaugurated the “AI Theme Room” and flagged off the “AI on Wheels” vehicle at Lok Bhavan on Wednesday. On the occasion, the Governor said that a new technological revolution has begun in Uttarakhand and that this transformation is being led by the youth and the “Amrit Generation” of the country. He stated that India has recognized the vision of the 21st century and the goal of “Viksit Bharat 2047,” and that the youth of the nation are now driving this vision forward.
Addressing the gathering, the Governor described “technological sovereignty” as extremely important for India’s future. He said that to protect the nation from technological dependency and digital vulnerability, research, innovation, startups, and entrepreneurship must begin at the youth level itself. Calling upon young people to become creators rather than merely consumers of technology, he urged them to contribute towards building an Atmanirbhar Bharat through innovation and research.
The Governor said that the “AI Theme Room” would emerge as a vibrant centre for innovation, research, and public participation, where youth would not only learn to use technology but also develop solutions to real-world problems. He expressed confidence that startups and research emerging from this initiative would provide a new technological direction to Uttarakhand.
Appreciating the “AI on Wheels” initiative, the Governor said that this mobile AI centre would help deliver modern technological education to students living in remote mountainous regions and distant villages of the state. He added that the initiative would help bridge the digital divide and ensure access to technology for the last person in society.
The Governor congratulated the young innovators of Techno Hub Engineering, especially Siddharth Madhav and his team, stating that the technological movement initiated by them would spread the light of innovation and technological awareness throughout the state. A live robotics demonstration was also presented during the programme, where robots distributed souvenirs to children, becoming a major attraction of the event.
Among those present on the occasion were Director of the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing Dr. R. P. Singh, Secretary to Governor Ravinath Raman, Additional Secretary Reena Joshi, Director ITDA Alok Kumar Pandey, Director General UCOST Prof. Durgesh Pant, Vice Chancellor of Doon University Prof. Surekha Dangwal, Vice Chancellor of Uttarakhand Technical University Prof. Tripta Thakur, along with other distinguished guests, college students, and school children.
AI Theme Room, Lok Bhavan
The AI Theme Room established at Lok Bhavan is a state-of-the-art technology and innovation centre created with the objective of bringing Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies closer to the public.
Equipped with modern AI systems, robotics, IoT devices, advanced computing infrastructure, and interactive technologies, the centre serves as a collaborative platform for students and researchers. Its objective is to reduce technological inequality in Uttarakhand and provide access to advanced technological resources to those who otherwise may not have such opportunities. The AI Theme Room aims to inspire and empower youth to learn, innovate, and develop impactful technological solutions for society.
AI on Wheels, Lok Bhavan
AI on Wheels is an advanced mobile technology laboratory designed to take Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies to remote and rural areas of Uttarakhand.
Equipped with the latest technological tools and learning resources, the initiative promotes digital awareness, innovation, and technological education among students and rural communities. Functioning as a travelling innovation laboratory, AI on Wheels is playing a significant role in realizing the vision of technological inclusion in the state.
Through this initiative, efforts are being made to spread awareness about AI-based technologies, future-oriented skills, and scientific thinking across every region of Uttarakhand.
Operation Kalki
Operation Kalki is a statewide innovation initiative launched under the visionary leadership of Governor Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.). Under this initiative, the AI Theme Room team travelled across all 13 districts of Uttarakhand and interacted with students of government schools to promote awareness regarding innovation, scientific thinking, and AI-based education.
Through interactive sessions, mentoring, and training programmes, students were encouraged to identify real-life challenges and develop technology-based solutions. The initiative has played an important role in encouraging research, creativity, problem-solving skills, and technological innovation among the youth of Uttarakhand.
One of the most significant achievements of Operation Kalki has been the contribution of ideas by students from across the state towards the development of 108 innovative applications. These applications highlighted the talent, creativity, and technological capabilities of young innovators from Uttarakhand in sectors such as tourism, agriculture, horticulture, education, and public service.
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