XR Revolution: Maharashtra’s ₹3,268 Cr Policy and C-DAC’s Bootcamp Ignite India’s Immersive Tech Future

India is rapidly accelerating into the global spotlight as a powerhouse for XR (Extended Reality), AR/VR/MR tech, and immersive content through bold government policy and world-class skills initiatives. Maharashtra’s recent ₹3,268 crore AVGC XR policy and the upcoming C-DAC Mohali training bootcamp together paint a vivid picture of how India’s public sector is driving the future for both industry and governance through immersive technology.

Maharashtra’s AVGC XR Policy: A Surge Forward

The Maharashtra government has unveiled a groundbreaking ₹3,268 crore policy to energize the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming & Comics) and XR ecosystem. This major policy thrust aims to position Maharashtra—and India as a whole—as a global AVGC and immersive technology hub by supporting studios, creating jobs, and building future-ready skilling programs. The initiative signals an alignment of resources across state and industry lines to boost advanced storytelling, tech-driven content creation, and next-gen digital experiences for entertainment, learning, and commerce.

C-DAC Mohali’s XR Training: Upskilling Tomorrow’s Leaders

C-DAC Mohali, with the support of the Department of Science & Technology (DST), is hosting a one-week advanced training program (October 13–17, 2025) focusing on AR, VR, and MR fundamentals and real-world applications. Training will cover essential tools such as Unity, Vuforia, and A-Frame, blending theory with hands-on practice. The program is tailored for government scientists, technologists, and academicians, aiming to create a bridge between immersive technology expertise and critical government projects for public benefit.

Highlights:

• The program immerses participants in industry-relevant AR, VR, and MR tools and workflows.

• Real-world use cases—spanning governance, healthcare, manufacturing, education, and more—are emphasized, showcasing how immersive tech can make governance smarter, services richer, and learning more engaging.

• Successful trainees receive recognized certification, building a robust, future-ready talent pool for both government and industry.

A National Vision for XR-Led Governance

Government support in India translates far beyond just funding or training. By targeting AVGC-XR development and upskilling public sector talent, India’s policies are preparing the groundwork for digital governance, smart cities, healthcare innovation, e-learning, and high-value, creative economies. These actions strengthen India’s positioning as an XR leader—enabling next-gen content development, citizen-centric digital experiences, and world-class immersive tech innovation.

With these coordinated efforts—from Maharashtra’s policy leap to C-DAC’s hands-on programs, supported by DST—the future of immersive tech in India looks not just exciting, but genuinely transformative for millions across governance, industry, and society.India is making bold, coordinated moves to become a global leader in immersive technology through major government-led initiatives, new state policies, and advanced training programs. Maharashtra’s new AVGC XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality) policy and C-DAC Mohali’s upcoming training bootcamp are key elements in this transformative vision—positioning India at the heart of AR/VR/MR innovation, talent, and real-world adoption