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Haidata : Bridging AI Innovation with Rural Empowerment & Digital Ethics
In a world increasingly driven by artificial intelligence, few stories resonate as deeply as that of Haidata, a tech-enabled AI data company rooted not in the glass towers of global tech hubs, but in the tranquil hills of Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu. Founded by industry veteran Santhosh Muralidharan with over 20 years of experience, Haidata embodies a rare convergence of cutting-edge innovation and rural upliftment. Its mission is clear about democratizing AI by creating high-quality, scalable data solutions while enabling sustainable job opportunities for India’s rural youth. The idea for Haidata evolved in Mullimalai, a remote village near Ooty. Santosh’s personal journey from growing up in the Nilgiris to working in the AI industry fueled a desire to return home and contribute locally....
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