Vocallabs: Top 5 Karnataka AI Startup to Showcase at India AI Summit 2026

Bengaluru, India – February 12, 2026 – Vocallabs, a Bengaluru-based deep-tech company specializing in foundational artificial intelligence models for Indian applications, has been recognized as one of the Top 5 AI Startups in Karnataka by the Government of Karnataka. The designation acknowledges the company’s contribution to the state’s rapidly expanding artificial intelligence sector.

As part of this recognition, Vocallabs will be featured at the Karnataka Pavilion during the India AI Summit, scheduled to take place in Bengaluru from February 16 to February 20, 2026. The pavilion will showcase AI companies demonstrating large-scale deployments and practical applications across governance, public services and the enterprise sector.

Karnataka’s AI Ecosystem Gains Recognition

The “Top 5 AI Startup” recognition is a key component of the Karnataka government’s strategy to highlight companies developing scalable and production-ready AI solutions. Vocallabs’ selection underscores its commitment to moving beyond pilot projects and addressing operational challenges in both public and private sector environments.

The Karnataka Pavilion at the India AI Summit will serve as a platform to demonstrate the state’s advancements in AI innovation, policy, and adoption, with Vocallabs representing the emerging deep-tech innovation originating from Bengaluru.

Developing AI for the Indian Context

Vocallabs focuses on developing foundational AI models specifically trained on Indian datasets. This approach accounts for the country’s linguistic diversity, regional accents, and unique operating conditions. The company’s models are designed for high-accuracy performance in large-scale deployments, particularly in environments where reliability and compliance are paramount.

These AI systems are engineered to support long-term deployment across government and enterprise use cases, prioritizing robustness, auditability, and operational scalability.

Rekha Denoiser: Addressing Real-World Acoustic Challenges

Recently, Vocallabs launched Rekha Denoiser, a noise-cancellation technology trained specifically on Indian acoustic environments. This includes the challenges presented by crowded public spaces and low-signal conditions. Optimized for edge devices, the solution enables AI applications to function effectively even in infrastructure-constrained settings.

The technology aims to improve speech clarity and data quality for downstream AI systems, ensuring reliable performance in real-world conditions rather than controlled laboratory environments.

AI Systems Supporting Public Safety and Governance

In the public sector, Vocallabs’ AI platforms are currently deployed across multiple police departments, supporting the continuous auditing of 112 emergency calls. These systems assist in monitoring call quality, ensuring compliance with protocols, and streamlining response workflows at scale.

The company’s AI solutions also manage a significant portion of case workflows related to cybercrime, operating in close collaboration with government institutions. These deployments are intended to improve transparency, efficiency, and accountability within public service operations.

Enterprise Adoption in the BFSI Sector

Beyond government deployments, Vocallabs collaborates with leading Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) organizations to implement AI-powered solutions across payments, sales, operations, and collections. The company’s platforms are designed to help these institutions improve operational efficiency, strengthen regulatory compliance, and enhance customer engagement.

These enterprise deployments reflect a growing trend towards the adoption of AI systems that are production-ready and capable of handling high-volume, mission-critical workflows.

Founder’s Background in Mission-Critical AI

“AI will play a defining role in India’s workforce and economic transformation over the next decade. Our focus is on building foundational AI models that are sovereign, scalable, and production-ready for India’s unique requirements,” said Mritunjoy Das, Founder and CEO of Vocallabs.

Das, an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, previously worked with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), where he developed AI models for mission-critical systems. He founded Vocallabs with the goal of creating AI infrastructure capable of supporting national-scale deployment while maintaining reliability and performance.

Expanding Access Through Social Impact Initiatives

Vocallabs is also committed to expanding access to AI technology through social impact initiatives. The company is offering free AI credits to students, researchers, and organizations working on public-interest and social-impact projects. This program aims to enable broader access to advanced AI capabilities and support innovation beyond purely commercial applications.

The India AI Summit 2026, scheduled from February 16 to February 20, is expected to draw policymakers, industry leaders, startups, and researchers from across India. The Karnataka Pavilion will highlight the state’s contribution to India’s national AI roadmap, with Vocallabs representing the growing deep-tech ecosystem within Karnataka.