India's diverse demographic and socio-economic landscape offers immense opportunities for AI-driven growth, but it also necessitates robust governance mechanisms to ensure inclusive progress and mitigate associated risks. To address these challenges, a multi-stakeholder Advisory Group, chaired by the Principal Scientific Advisor of India and comprising representatives from relevant ministries, has been constituted to develop an ‘AI for India-Specific Regulatory Framework.’

Under the Advisory Group’s guidance, a Subcommittee on ‘AI Governance and Guidelines Development’ was formed to provide actionable recommendations for AI governance in India. The Subcommittee examined key governance issues, conducted a gap analysis of existing frameworks, and proposed a comprehensive approach to ensure the trustworthiness and accountability of AI systems.

The Subcommittee’s report highlights the importance of a coordinated, whole-of-government approach to enforce compliance and ensure effective governance as India's AI ecosystem evolves. Its recommendations, based on extensive deliberations and a review of the current legal and regulatory context, aim to foster AI-driven innovation while safeguarding public interests.

Link: Read the AI Governance Guidelines Development report here.

Public Consultation for Inclusive Governance

The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) has published the Subcommittee’s report for public consultation to ensure that the governance mechanisms reflect India's aspirations. This public consultation aims to facilitate the creation of a robust, inclusive, and adaptive framework for technological advancements

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