**Executive Summary**
On May 13, 2026, Minister of State Shri Jitin Prasada visited C-DAC Mumbai to launch "SATYA AURA," a browser-based accessibility solution, and review indigenous technological innovations. The visit featured the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between C-DAC and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, to collaborate on sovereign AI infrastructure. This initiative highlights the government's commitment to advancing R&D in emerging sectors such as Quantum technologies and blockchain.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Launch of SATYA AURA**
* Introduced a smart browser-based accessibility solution designed to make websites more user-friendly.
* The tool supports individuals with visual, cognitive, motor, auditory, neurological, and age-related needs.
* Specifically targets improved digital access for senior citizens.
**Strategic Collaboration (MoU)**
* A formal agreement was exchanged between C-DAC and the Center of Data for Public Good (CDPG) at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru.
* Cooperation areas include Sovereign AI Infrastructure and Trusted AI-as-a-Service.
* Focuses on establishing Interoperability, Open Standards, and Policy & Accountability Frameworks.
**Research and Development Focus**
* Review of indigenous technology development aimed at strengthening India’s scientific capabilities.
* Emphasis on strategic and emerging sectors, including AI, Quantum technologies, and blockchain.
* Commitment to promoting a culture of innovation among youth and providing researchers with access to resources.
**Impact Analysis**
**Users with Disabilities and Senior Citizens**
**Impact**
They will benefit from increased digital inclusion and easier navigation of online platforms via the SATYA AURA solution.
**Action Required**
Adopt and utilize the SATYA AURA browser-based tool to access web-based services more effectively.
**C-DAC and IISc (CDPG)**
**Impact**
These organizations are now partnered to lead the development of sovereign AI and standardized accountability frameworks.
**Action Required**
Collaborate on the research and implementation of the infrastructure and policies outlined in the MoU.
**Youth and Scientific Researchers**
**Impact**
They gain improved access to national R&D infrastructure and opportunities within emerging technology sectors.
**Action Required**
Focus on developing future-ready skills in AI, Quantum computing, and blockchain to support national innovation priorities.
Key Entities Referenced
SATYA AURA: A smart browser-based accessibility solution designed to make websites more user-friendly for people with visual, cognitive, motor, auditory, and neurological needs.
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC): The premier R&D organization under MeitY responsible for developing indigenous technology innovations in AI, quantum computing, and blockchain.
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY): The central ministry overseeing the launch of indigenous AI initiatives and the implementation of digital accessibility solutions.
Center of Data for Public Good (CDPG): A research entity that entered into an MoU with C-DAC to cooperate on Sovereign AI Infrastructure and Trusted AI-as-a-Service.
Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID), IISc Bengaluru: An institutional partner collaborating on the development of AI policy, accountability frameworks, and open standards.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
MoS Shri Jitin Prasada Launches ‘SATYA AURA’
at C-DAC Mumbai,Reviews Indigenous AI &
Technology Innovations
Posted On: 14 MAY 2026 12:12PM by PIB Mumbai
PIB Mumbai : 14 May 2026
Minister of State (MoS) in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Shri Jitin
Prasada visited the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) Centre at Mumbai on
Wednesday, 13th May 2026. During the visit, MoS Shri Jitin Prasada launched “SATYA AURA”, which is
a smart browser-based accessibility solution designed to make websites more accessible and user-friendly
for everyone. The solution supports users with visual, cognitive, motor, auditory, neurological, and age-
related accessibility needs, including senior citizens.
On this occasion, the Union Minister reviewed the ongoing research, technology development and
innovation activities being undertaken by the organization in strategic and emerging sectors. The Minister
was briefed on key research areas and indigenous technology development efforts aimed at strengthening
India’s scientific and technological capabilities.
An MoU was exchanged between Center of Data for Public Good (CDPG), Foundation for Science
Innovation and Development, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru and Centre for Development of
Advanced Computing (C-DAC) to cooperate in the areas of Sovereign AI Infrastructure, Trusted AI-as-a-
Service, Interoperability & Open Standards & Policy & Accountability Frameworks. C-DAC Mumbai
Executive Director Aditya Kumar Sinha & Director (Geospatial) and Principal Scientist at CDPG, FSID-
Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru Jyotirmoy Dutta exchanged the MoU.Addressing the gathering, the MoS Shri Jitin Prasada appreciated the contribution of the organization and
its scientists in supporting national priorities through indigenous solutions, research and technology-driven
innovation. Shri Prasada added that C-DAC should have a forward-looking approach and be ready with
future skills like AI, Quantum technologies, blockchain as there is immense talent & experience in C-
DAC.
The Minister highlighted the Government’s continued commitment to strengthening the country’s R&D
infrastructure and promoting a culture of innovation among youth and researchers so that young
researchers get access and opportunities to resources.
Senior officials of C-DAC, including the Executive Director Shri Aditya Kumar Sinha were present during
the visit.
PIB Mumbai | Nitin Fulluke/ Priti Malandkar
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