Archive · 26 Aug 2026
Tamil Nadu Unveils 2026-27 AI and Digital Technology Roadmap
Tamil Nadu has made a plan to use technology to improve government and create jobs.
The plan includes artificial intelligence, faster internet, cybersecurity and new technology research.
The state wants AI to help in areas such as health, farming, education and public services.
It also plans to create special centres where researchers, companies and students can work together.
People affected by an AI-assisted government decision would be told that AI was used.
They could ask for a written explanation and request a human review.
The government is also working to protect computer systems and train officials in cybersecurity.
Faster internet is being extended to villages, while startups can receive help paying for data-centre services.
Tamil Nadu’s 2026-27 technology roadmap prioritizes AI, digital governance, cybersecurity, connectivity and deep-tech innovation.
The state says IT exports exceed Rs.2.5 lakh crore annually and the sector supports more than 20 lakh direct and indirect jobs.
The Tamil Nadu Artificial Intelligence Mission will expand into quantum technology, AVGC-XR, deep tech and other emerging fields.
Proposed AI safeguards would notify citizens about automated decisions, provide written explanations and allow human review.
By August 13, 2026, BharatNet had commissioned 12,152 of Tamil Nadu’s targeted 12,525 Gram Panchayats.
- Who
- The Tamil Nadu Government, led in this policy presentation by Minister for Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology and Digital Services Dr. Kumar R.
- What
- The government presented a 2026-27 technology roadmap covering AI, digital governance, cybersecurity, connectivity, deep tech and technology-driven employment.
- When
- The roadmap covers 2026-27; reported progress figures include cybersecurity data through July 2026 and connectivity data as of August 13, 2026.
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, including Chennai and the state’s Tier-II, Tier-III cities and Gram Panchayats.
- Why
- The government aims to strengthen the technology ecosystem, expand digital inclusion, improve public services and support inclusive growth and employment.
- IT exports
- Tamil Nadu’s IT exports exceed Rs.2.5 lakh crore annually.
- IT employment
- The sector provides direct and indirect employment to more than 20 lakh people.
- AI mission
- The Tamil Nadu Artificial Intelligence Mission, established in 2024, is being expanded to quantum technology, AVGC-XR, deep tech and other emerging technologies.
- AI protections
- AI systems will be assessed through the TAM-DEF framework and deployed under the DEEP-MAX Scorecard; affected citizens can seek explanations and human review.
- Cybersecurity
- TN-CERT identified more than 1,500 vulnerabilities, handled over 475 incidents and trained over 3,200 government officials between September 2020 and July 2026.
- Digital government
- More than 65.95 lakh e-files had been created across configured government offices, and the official email service supported approximately 2.25 lakh users.
- Startup assistance
- Seventy-five startups received Rs.1.80 crore under the Tamil Nadu Startup Data Server Services Scheme, which can provide eligible startups up to Rs.5 lakh annually for data-centre services.