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Mitesh Khapra
Mitesh Khapra is worth following because he sits near one of India's most strategically important AI themes: language technology, local capability formation, and nationally meaningful applied research.
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Mitesh Khapra: A Leading Force in AI for Indian Languages
Published March 21, 2026 Updated March 21, 2026
Why it matters: Mitesh M. Khapra, currently an Associate Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), stands out as one of the most influential academic leaders.
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