Hyderabad: In a step toward urban governance, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has partnered with Google to launch a comprehensive GenAI-based pilot project.

This groundbreaking initiative is designed to tackle key civic challenges and enhance citizen services across the city, aligning with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy's vision to transform Hyderabad into a GenAI-enabled metropolis.

The ambitious project is set to bring together key stakeholders to chart the roadmap for this futuristic initiative. The high-level meeting was attended by MA&UD Secretary Ilambarthi, GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan, IT Additional Commissioner Anuraag Jayanthi, and senior representatives from Google.

Comprehensive AI solutions for Urban Governance

The GenAI pilot project will explore advanced AI-driven solutions to address common urban challenges while creating a more responsive and intelligent city administration. The initiative encompasses a wide range of technological applications designed to revolutionize various aspects of municipal governance.

The project will introduce AI-enabled government and citizen services, featuring GenAI-powered search functionality for government websites and conversational chatbots to assist both citizens and government employees. An AI-based citizen enquiry classification system will streamline public service delivery, while blockchain-enabled verifiable credentials will enhance the security and efficiency of government-to-citizen services. Smart parking management using AI technology will address one of the city's persistent challenges.

Healthcare and Public Health Initiatives

A significant component of the partnership focuses on healthcare innovation, featuring Google Cloud APIs for FHIR-compliant health records management. The initiative will establish a citywide health analytics platform to monitor and improve public health outcomes.

The project introduces "Manya," an AI assistant specifically designed for ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers, which will enhance community health services delivery. Additionally, AI-powered systems will be deployed for vector-borne disease detection and prevention, strengthening the city's public health infrastructure.

Environmental Monitoring and Protection

Environmental conservation efforts will receive a technological boost through AI monitoring systems for lake dumping and construction and demolition waste management. These systems will help protect Hyderabad's water bodies and ensure proper waste disposal practices.

Vision for the Future

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan emphasized that this partnership with Google represents more than just a technological experiment. "This collaboration is a significant step toward building a smarter, healthier, and more efficient Hyderabad for all citizens," he stated, highlighting the project's potential to transform urban living in the city.

The pilot project marks a crucial milestone in GHMC's digital transformation journey. Upon successful testing and validation, these AI-powered tools will be implemented city-wide, positioning Hyderabad as a national model for smart, technology-driven urban governance.