Meta and Reliance team up to revolutionize AI for Indian businesses
Leveraging Meta’s LLaMA technology and Reliance’s digital infrastructure with $100 million initial investment
Meta Platforms and Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) have announced a strategic joint venture to develop open-source artificial intelligence (AI) solutions designed specifically for Indian enterprises. The partnership aims to bring advanced AI tools to businesses across the country, enhancing productivity and innovation in sectors ranging from IT to finance and customer service.
Unveiled during Reliance’s 48th Annual General Meeting, the collaboration will leverage Meta’s LLaMA (Large Language Model Meta AI) technology combined with Reliance’s extensive digital infrastructure, including Jio’s connectivity and data centers, to deliver scalable and affordable AI applications.
The venture is backed by an initial investment of $100 million (approximately ₹855 crore), with Reliance holding a 70% stake and Meta 30%. The deal is expected to be finalized by the fourth quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approvals.
Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance, highlighted the goal to make AI accessible to businesses of all sizes, from startups in remote regions to large corporations in urban centers. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasized the synergy between Meta’s AI capabilities and Reliance’s digital ecosystem as a foundation for building next-generation AI tools tailored for the Indian market.
This initiative marks a significant milestone in integrating AI into India’s business landscape, aiming to boost innovation and competitiveness across industries.