Lahore: The Punjab government has set up an institutional framework for artificial intelligence by creating a dedicated AI cell comprising experts in AI, data, and software development. The initiative aims to integrate AI into government operations to improve efficiency, decision-making, and public service delivery.
According to sources at the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), the AI cell will provide technical support across government departments, with engineers, data scientists, and solution architects working on projects that address departmental needs. A central AI model has been approved, and programme managers and technical leads have been appointed to oversee its implementation.
Officials said the cell will focus on cost-effective solutions, leveraging existing infrastructure while ensuring feasibility studies, prototyping, and rigorous testing for all AI projects. The initiative also emphasizes system integration and institutional capacity building, with PITB playing a central role in supporting departments and managing software development and DevOps activities.
The government stated that the AI cell marks a shift toward data-driven governance, enabling departments to adopt practical, innovative, and efficient approaches for public service delivery while preventing previous digital initiatives’ shortcomings.
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