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Speaking at the launch, MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan said the government is taking a “conscious and thoughtful approach” by enabling innovation and not by moving forward with regulation.
Krishnan said, “AI is redefining the discussion globally. We have deliberately decided not to start with regulation, but rather to ensure that every opportunity is provided to help drive innovation forward.”
He emphasized that India’s outline AI governance Any new rules will be shaped through extensive consultation and effective use of existing laws before they are implemented.
According to Krishnan, MeitY is studying how countries around the world are addressing AI challenges to ensure that India’s approach remains balanced and adaptive.
“This strategy has two parts – consult as widely as possible, and rely on existing legal mechanisms to enforce where necessary,” he explained.
Citing deepfakes as an example, Krishnan said existing laws can be strengthened if needed. The government’s existing light-touch regulation on deepfakes mainly ensures mandatory labeling of AI-generated content, without stifling innovation.
He said the AI governance report would be an “important contribution” to how the government formulates its upcoming AI policy. The document outlines India’s focus on leveraging artificial intelligence as a transformative technology while maintaining safeguards against misuse.
“This report highlights the government’s intention to foster innovation, ensure accountability, and use AI responsibly for the public good,” Krishnan said.
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