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India · Updated 21 Oct, 11:02 am IST

Experienced AI researchers are returning to India to build startups

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Why it matters for readers: Helps you understand why more AI projects and research are happening in India now.

  • A reverse brain drain is emerging as Indian AI talent with experience at top global labs returns to build startups and research groups in India.1
  • Drivers cited include India’s growing startup momentum, emerging AI infrastructure, and increased willingness among researchers to take entrepreneurial risks.1
  • Former OpenAI researcher Shyamal Hitesh Anadkat returned to India to found Empirical Machines as an example of this trend.1
  • The piece highlights companies such as Sarvam AI as part of the developing AI ecosystem that is attracting returning talent.1

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