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IISc Bengaluru Develops Text-to-Speech Model for Sourashtra Language with BHASHINI
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru, has developed Text-to-Speech models for the Sourashtra language. Announced on October 16, 2026, this initiative aims to enhance digital access and preservation of this low-resource language predominantly spoken in Tamil Nadu. The models utilize the VITS architecture and offer both male and female voices, supporting text in Tamil and Sourashtra scripts. This development is significant for expanding the use of Sourashtra in digital applications, language learning, and research.
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