OpenAI has announced the introduction of multilingual support for its generative AI chatbot, ChatGPT, in response to the rising competition from Google’s Bard. Users can now access ChatGPT in various Indian languages, including Hindi, Kannada, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Bhojpuri, Bengali, Punjabi, and Malayalam.
This move is expected to significantly boost the usage of ChatGPT, particularly in the Indian market, which has witnessed a surge in vernacular-led content consumption in recent times. The inclusion of multilingual support strengthens ChatGPT’s position against its competitor, Google, as it seeks to expand its presence in the country.
Although the initial list of Indian languages is limited, this initiative paves the way for the incorporation of additional local languages in the future.
ChatGPT utilizes large language models (LLMs) trained on domain-specific data, enabling it to better understand the context and nuances of user queries. By breaking down the question into segments and leveraging its database and training data, ChatGPT generates relevant responses for users.
It is important to note that the performance of LLMs depends on various factors, including the size and quality of training data, model architecture, and the quality of pre-processing and post-processing techniques employed.
To use ChatGPT in Hindi or any other desired Indian language, users need to visit the official website of ChatGPT, locate the language options within the chat interface, and select their preferred language.
The process involves three steps:
- Select Your Preferred Indian Language: Choose the vernacular medium that best suits your requirements from the available list of languages. This ensures that ChatGPT comprehends your input and responds accordingly in the chosen language.
- Start the Conversation: Enter your question or message in the Indian language of your choice, employing proper grammar and clear wording to ensure comprehensive understanding.
- Engage in Conversation: After submitting your question, ChatGPT will analyze the provided data and provide a response in the same language. The model’s sophisticated natural language processing capabilities enable it to recognize context and offer relevant and instructive replies.
Users can continue the discussion by posing follow-up questions or providing additional context, engaging in a back-and-forth dialogue with ChatGPT to exchange thorough and meaningful information.
The introduction of multilingual support for Indian languages aligns with the recent trend of generative AI launches. Just this week, Mudrex unveiled its AI chatbot, SatoshiGPT, which simplifies complex cryptocurrency-related topics. OpenAI itself has launched new LLMs like GPT4, capable of processing images and handling longer character inputs.
The decision to support Indian languages follows OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman’s visit to India, where he met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. OpenAI has been actively focusing on the Indian market and recently expanded the availability of ChatGPT for Indian iOS users.
India offers a vast opportunity for OpenAI due to its large population and growing internet user base. The increasing influx of Indian users can also contribute to better training of OpenAI’s AI systems and strengthen its position in the global generative AI market, projected to reach $126.5 billion by 2031.
