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India’s AI Boom: Innovation Surges

as Regulation Tries to Keep Pace

As artificial intelligence reshapes economies and societies, India is emerging as a global leader in

AI adoption—balancing rapid innovation with the need for ethics, regulation, and responsible governance

OUR BUREAU
New Delhi
ndia’s embrace of artificial intelligence is mov-
ing at record speed. According to Adobe’s new
Ireport “From Assistants to Agents: The AI Evo-
lution in India,” one in three Indians already use
agentic AI systems—tools capable of interpreting
intent, making decisions, and acting autonomous-
ly—while another 44 per cent plan to do so with-
in the next year. This places India ahead of most
Asia-Pacific countries, where only 28 per cent use
AI and 38 per cent plan to adopt it soon.
The findings underline a profound transforma-
tion underway in one of the world’s fastest-grow-
ing digital economies. From online shopping and
travel bookings to finance and education, AI is
becoming part of daily life, reshaping how Indians
live, work, and interact with technology.
“AI assistants are no longer experimental
tools—they’re becoming indispensable digital
companions,” said Prativa Mohapatra, Vice Presi-
dent and Managing Director of Adobe India. “In-
dia is moving fast from assistants that summaries Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, State Minister for IT and Electronics Nara Lokesh, in a meeting recently
and draft to AI agents that compare choices, sur- with Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian and Google Global Infrastructure VP Bikash Koley (@JaiTDP/ANI Photo)
face the best deals, and complete approved pur-
chases. Consumers now expect AI that not only
assists but also acts.” sights, fraud detection, and product innovation. “In France, we place a high value on protecting
The Adobe study, which surveyed more than Tech hubs like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Gur- personal data and privacy, but we also want to fos-
2,000 Indians, found that AI adoption is growing ugram are witnessing a boom in AI-led entrepre- ter innovation,” she said. “We see the same spirit
across all age groups. Millennials lead the charge neurship. in India—balancing innovation and regulation to
with 36 per cent using AI assistants daily, followed Generative and agentic AI systems are in- protect citizens, children, and workers.”
by Gen Z and Gen X at 28 per cent each. Around creasingly being used to automate logistics, analyse Her comments come as both nations deepen
83 per cent of consumers use AI for personal massive datasets, and deliver personalized market- cooperation on AI ethics, regulation, and account-
tasks—whether for writing, translation, or creative ing at scale. The government’s IndiaAI Mission—a ability. India and France are preparing for the In-
work—while 72 per cent integrate it into their pro- national strategy launched earlier this year—aims dia-AI Impact Summit 2026, which will be the first
fessional routines. to build a strong AI ecosystem through public-pri- global AI summit held in the Global South. The
AI’s penetration into everyday life is reflected vate partnerships, local data infrastructure, and event, to be hosted in New Delhi in February, aims
in how Indians now shop, bank, and travel. Nearly talent development across smaller cities. to translate high-level commitments into concrete
three-fourths of consumers (73 per cent) rely on Industry experts believe India’s vast digital global frameworks for AI safety, fairness, and
AI to guide shopping decisions, while 66 per cent population and affordable data access have given transparency.
use it for product comparisons. In travel, 92 per it a unique edge in scaling AI solutions. “India’s AI India’s approach to AI governance is pragmat-
cent of respondents said they use AI for itinerary adoption is not just top-down—it’s people-driven,” ic rather than restrictive. While countries like the
planning and budgeting, and 91 per cent are com- said a senior NASSCOM executive. “From small US and EU focus on heavy regulatory frameworks,
fortable letting AI book their trips automatically. traders using AI chatbots to farmers analyzing India has chosen an adaptive path—building ethi-
In finance, too, AI has gained deep traction. crop data through voice assistants, it’s a transfor- cal guardrails while allowing innovation to flourish.
Almost half of those surveyed have used AI to mation happening across social layers.” The government has emphasized “trustworthy AI,”
learn complex concepts or track market trends, But with opportunity comes responsibility. highlighting fairness, accountability, and inclusivi-
while 62 per cent said they rely on it for personal- The rapid expansion of AI tools has raised con- ty as guiding principles.
ized investment advice. cerns about privacy, algorithmic bias, misinforma- By taking this middle path, India is positioning
These trends signal not only rising trust in dig- tion, and job displacement. India’s policymakers itself as a model for emerging economies navigat-
ital systems but also a shift toward AI-driven con- are therefore walking a tightrope—encouraging ing the same dilemma: how to harness AI’s ben-
sumer behavior. innovation while ensuring citizen protection. efits without amplifying its risks. The upcoming
India’s corporate sector is adapting quickly to France’s Special Envoy for Artificial Intelli- summit in New Delhi will also showcase India’s
this AI wave. Startups and established firms alike gence, Anne Bouverot, praised India’s approach growing influence in shaping the global digital
are leveraging machine learning for customer in- to AI governance during her visit to New Delhi. agenda, especially for the Global South.

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