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Tamil Nadu Budget: AI & Innovation City ‘Arivagam’ Announced; Focus on Deep Tech and AI Skilling

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay (left) and Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson display the Revised Budget briefcase after the presentation of the 2026–27 Revised Budget, which proposes 'Arivagam', India's first dedicated AI and Innovation City, along with AI skilling, deep-tech and AI governance initiatives.

With a growing global focus on AI, Tamil Nadu’s revised Budget outlines plans for ‘Arivagam’, AI talent development and AI-driven governance reforms.