Odisha’s Metaverse Presence Takes Center Stage in ‘Dome of Future’ Exhibition | India News

In Odisha, the 5T initiatives have propelled the state to the forefront of digital transformation, making a significant impact on various sectors. Technology, a key aspect of the 5T policy, has been utilized to bring about positive changes in people’s lives and society, as advocated by 5T and Nabin Odisha chairman Kartik Pandian.

The IT department introduced the ‘Dome of Future’ digital museum at the world Odia language conference in Bhubaneswar. This digital museum is equipped with next-gen AI & AR tech, humanoid robots, and VR headsets, providing visitors with an immersive experience to explore the history and evolution of the Odia language in the Metaverse.

Chairman Kartik Pandian personally visited the ‘Dome of Future’ to engage with Odias globally in a virtual space, celebrating the linguistic, literary, cultural, and heritage aspects of Odisha through technology, particularly the Metaverse. During his visit, he interacted with school students attending the exhibition, discussing various facets of the conference and exhibition.

The event was attended by chief advisor to CMO R Balakrishnan, principal secretary of E&IT department Manoj Kumar Mishra, culture director Dilip Routray, OSEPA director Anupam Shah, and other senior officials. Chairman Kartik Pandian’s efforts have received widespread appreciation across the state, leading to the hashtag ‘#VKPandianInMetaverse’ trending at the number one position on the social media platform ‘X’.