Ola’s Krutrim Revolutionizes AI in India with Homegrown Chatbot
In a significant move, Ola, the Indian ride-hailing giant, has introduced its indigenous large language model, Krutrim, aiming to dominate the local market and provide users with a unique AI experience. CEO Bhavish Aggarwal showcased Krutrim’s language prowess in Bengaluru, highlighting its ability to respond not only in English but also in 10 different Indian languages.
During a live demo, Aggarwal demonstrated Krutrim’s multilingual capabilities, effortlessly switching between languages such as Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The key motivation behind developing a local chatbot, despite the presence of established players, lies in Aggarwal’s belief that foreign AI models lack an understanding of the intricacies and nuances of Indian languages and culture.
Krutrim has been meticulously crafted for Desi users, starting from the ground up and trained