Press Release

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology of India released a detailed press statement unveiling the new National Artificial Intelligence Policy (AI Policy). The policy aims to accelerate the development of AI technologies in the country, enhance competitiveness across industries, and ensure responsible use for societal benefit. The statement noted that the policy has four main pillars: (1) expansion of AI‑based curricula in educational institutions, (2) a robust regulatory framework for data security and privacy, (3) financial and technical support for start‑ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and (4) ethical and transparent use of AI in public services. In this direction, the government also announced plans to establish collaborative platforms with various state governments, research institutions, and the private sector to encourage community participation in policy implementation.

In recent years, India has strengthened its technological infrastructure through initiatives such as Digital India, Startup India, and Make in India, yet it still faces challenges in global competition in the AI domain. Under this new policy, the government announced the allocation of a special fund for AI‑related research and development (R&D), providing universities and private laboratories the opportunity to work on advanced projects. Additionally, the policy proposes the establishment of an independent regulatory body for ethical AI use, which will help prevent data misuse and algorithmic bias.

The statement clarified that in the initial phase of the policy, key sectors such as health, agriculture, education and