Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

AI for All: Karnataka's Leap

AI for All: Karnataka's Leap

AI for All: Karnataka's Leap

The recent announcement from Karnataka truly resonates with a vision I've held for a long time: the democratization of powerful technology. It's heartening to see the state government, under the leadership of CM Siddaramaiah, launching an affordable, state-built AI-ready computer priced at just Rs 18,999 Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah unveils state-built AI computers. This is not merely about hardware; it's about opening doors to a future where artificial intelligence isn't confined to a privileged few, but becomes a tool for every individual, every student, and every small business.

For years, I've stressed the importance of accessible tools for content creation and business growth. I remember writing to Sanjivani and Kailas in 2014, suggesting they dedicate time daily to newsletters from sources like Social Media Examiner and Zeke Camusio, to build 'compelling content' for platforms like www.hemenparekh.in and other social media sites, with the goal of promoting B2B 11 WordPress Techniques for Pretty Posts that Pack a Punch. Zeke, president of DigitalAptitude.com (zeke@dataspeaks.ai), himself highlighted the importance of well-formatted posts. This was about empowering individuals to leverage digital platforms effectively. Today, with an AI-ready computer at such an accessible price point, the potential for content creation, business innovation, and personal development multiplies exponentially.

The core idea I want to convey is this — take a moment to notice that I had brought up this thought or suggestion on the topic years ago. I had already predicted this outcome or challenge, foreseeing the profound impact AI would have on how we generate content and conduct business. Back in 2019, pondering the capabilities of advanced text generators, I explicitly questioned, "How about feeding into this AI software, my 1868 blogs (www.hemenparekh.in), give it some topic (eg: Black Money Elimination) - then sit back to read 'my' next blog on the subject! Will save me 3 hours!" OpenAI built a text generator so good, it’s considered too dangerous to release. I had even proposed a solution at the time, envisioning how AI could act as a personal assistant, dramatically improving efficiency and output for individuals. Now, seeing how things have unfolded with Karnataka's initiative, it's striking how relevant that earlier insight still is. Reflecting on it today, I feel a sense of validation and also a renewed urgency to revisit those earlier ideas, because they clearly hold value in the current context of making AI accessible to the masses.

This move by Karnataka is a testament to the belief that technological advancement should serve everyone. It's about fostering innovation at the grassroots level, enabling students to explore complex AI concepts, and allowing entrepreneurs to develop AI-powered solutions without the prohibitive cost barriers that once existed. It’s a bold step towards an equitable digital future, and I commend CM Siddaramaiah and the Karnataka government for this visionary initiative.


Regards,
Hemen Parekh


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