Feature phones just got smarter, thanks to a landmark HMD-Sarvam AI partnership revealed at New Delhi’s India AI Impact Summit 2026—with PM Modi in attendance for the unveiling. The demo on an HMD Nokia device displayed Sarvam Personal Assistant’s offline magic: speech recognition, instant translations, and voice output in 10 Indian languages.
No Wi-Fi? No problem. The on-device AI shone, proving its mettle for real-world use in connectivity-challenged areas. Ravi Kunwar, HMD’s India and APAC chief, hailed the PM-viewed presentation as a badge of honor for indigenous innovation.
This alliance democratizes AI, extending its reach to feature phone loyalists who form India’s silent majority. Soon, new models will flood markets, offering voice AI for everything from local news to task automation in native tongues.
Echoing the summit’s welfare-focused ethos, Sarvam’s IndiaAI Mission-backed tech honors cultural nuances, bridging urban-rural divides. Users will converse naturally with their phones, unlocking digital tools effortlessly.
Hailed as a gold standard for equitable AI, the initiative bolsters India’s global stature. It signals a future where technology serves all, fueling innovation that uplifts every citizen toward prosperity.