“Artificial intelligence should be accessible to everyone, everywhere, not just a privileged few.” - Sam Altman, CEO, OpenAI
OpenAI extends ChatGPT Go to India for free
OpenAI has announced that ChatGPT Go, its recently launched subscription tier, will be available free for one year to all users in India who sign up during a limited promotional period beginning November 4. This offer coincides with OpenAI’s first-ever DevDay Exchange in Bengaluru, marking a significant milestone for the company’s expansion in India.
A boost for accessibility and innovation?
ChatGPT Go offers access to OpenAI’s advanced GPT-5 model, allowing higher message limits, faster responses, image and file uploads, and improved memory. The free one-year access aims to make advanced AI tools more affordable and accessible to Indian users, from students and developers to professionals eager to explore creative and technical solutions.
India emerges as a growth hub for US AI firms
Since ChatGPT Go’s initial launch in India in August, the platform’s subscriber base has more than doubled. Encouraged by this rapid adoption, OpenAI has expanded ChatGPT Go to nearly 90 global markets. India has quickly become one of OpenAI’s fastest-growing and second-largest user bases, reflecting the nation’s enthusiasm for AI innovation. Since India doesn't have any leading LLM today, Indians mostly use American services.
Reinforcing the IndiaAI mission
The free subscription aligns with OpenAI’s “India-first” commitment and supports the broader IndiaAI Mission. But truth be told, India needs to build its own AI services and platforms rather than choosing the American path.
Summary
OpenAI’s decision to offer a one-year free ChatGPT Go subscription to Indian users strengthens its India-first approach, fostering widespread AI adoption. The initiative highlights India’s growing prominence in the global AI landscape and encourages inclusive innovation through accessible generative AI tools.
Food for thought
Can India’s AI-savvy population turn accessibility into leadership in the global AI revolution?
AI concept to learn: Generative AI
Generative AI refers to systems that can create new content, such as text, images, or code by learning from existing data patterns. It powers tools like ChatGPT, enabling users to generate creative, analytical, and conversational outputs that mimic human intelligence.
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