Gatishakti to use AI to create a smarter India

The GatiShakti National Master Plan is a flagship initiative of the Government of India to integrate planning and development of infrastructure projects across sectors. It has developed into a comprehensive database of ongoing as well as future projects for various central and state-level economic and social infrastructure initiatives.

Remarkable strides have been taken in advancing the National Gatishakti plan. It is a bold step towards advancing India's infrastructure landscape and the plan aims to create a seamless and efficient transportation network that will boost economic growth and improve the lives of citizens. Gati shakti is a digital platform that brings together 16 government ministries to plan and implement infrastructure connectivity projects in a coordinated manner.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a key role in the implementation of the GatiShakti plan. AI is being used for a variety of tasks, including:

· Data analysis: AI is being used to analyze large datasets of infrastructure data, such as traffic patterns, weather data, and land use data. This data is used to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the transportation network.

· Predictive modelling: AI is being used to develop predictive models of traffic flow, demand for goods and services, and other factors that impact the transportation network. These models are used to plan infrastructure projects and optimize the operation of the network.

· Automation: AI is being used to automate tasks such as traffic management, logistics planning, and asset management. This frees up human resources to focus on other tasks, such as strategic planning and policy making.

The digital platform that unifies 16 ministries, encompassing key sectors like railways, roadways, and more, to foster integrated planning and seamless execution of infrastructure connectivity projects. The examples of how AI is being used in the GatiShakti plan are:

· The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is using AI to develop a predictive model of traffic flow on national highways. This model will be used to identify and address bottlenecks in the network.

· The Ministry of Railways is using AI to develop a system for automatically detecting and reporting derailments. This system will help to improve safety on the railways.

· The Ministry of Civil Aviation is using AI to develop a system for optimizing the use of airport resources. This system will help to reduce delays and improve efficiency at airports. The use of AI in the GatiShakti plan is a major step towards creating a smarter India. AI has the potential to revolutionize the way we plan, build, and manage infrastructure. The GatiShakti plan is setting the stage for India to become a global leader in the use of AI for infrastructure development.

Consequently, we are driven by the anticipation of reaping these advantages for the betterment of society. The integration of these diverse data sets facilitates a significant shift from subjective decision-making by individuals to objective data-driven decision-making.