Panaji: Goa is sharpening its digital edge by adopting artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to create governance that is inclusive and people-centric, state information technology minister Rohan Khaunte said on Friday.

Speaking at the inaugural session of the 18th Digital Technology Conclave (DTC), organised by GovConnect in partnership with Goa Electronics Limited, Khaunte said the state is working towards becoming future-ready under the Goa AI Mission 2027.

“Today, we reaffirm our vision of moving from Digital India to Viksit Bharat. Through AI and emerging technologies, Goa is making governance inclusive, transparent, and closer to the people,” he told the gathering.

Khaunte said the initiative goes beyond efficiency to focus on creativity and inclusivity. “This is a collective mission, where AI in governance is not just about efficiency, but about creativity, inclusivity, and transformation. Goa, with its spirit of creativity, openness, and resilience, is ready to lead this change,” he said.

The opening session, titled From Digital India to Viksit Bharat, A Unified Vision for Governance Transformation, featured discussions on cybersecurity, next-generation public infrastructure, and the role of emerging technologies in delivering citizen services. The conclave also saw participation from Mizoram’s Information and Communication Technology minister Vanlalthlana, Goa Electronics Limited CEO Revati Kumar, senior government officials and industry leaders.

BI Bureau