India has one of the world’s largest AI talent pools…: PM Modi at AI Action Summit in Paris
Paris: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted India’s growing strength in artificial intelligence, asserting that the country has one of the world's largest AI talent pools. Speaking at the AI Action Summit in Paris, he underscored India’s leadership in AI adoption and data privacy solutions.
"India has successfully built a digital public infrastructure for over 1.4 billion people at a very low cost. It is built around an open and accessible network. It has regulations and a wide range of applications to modernise our economy, reform governance and transform the lives of our people...Today, India leads in AI adoption and techno-legal solutions on data privacy...We have one of the world's largest AI talent pools...," Modi said.
Expressing gratitude to French President Emmanuel Macron for hosting the summit, Modi called for global collaboration to harness AI for social progress. He stressed that AI can significantly impact health, agriculture, and education, making the journey towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) "easier and faster."
Acknowledging the rapid evolution of AI, he emphasised the need for open discussions on innovation and governance, particularly in ensuring access for all, especially in the Global South.
Earlier in the day, Modi arrived in Paris for a three-day visit, where he received a grand welcome from the Indian diaspora. During his visit, he will also hold bilateral talks with Macron and meet business leaders.
On Wednesday, the two leaders will visit the Mazargues War Cemetery in Marseille to honour Indian soldiers who fought in World War I. They will also inaugurate India’s newest Consulate General in the city. This marks Modi’s sixth visit to France.
(With input from ANI, PTI)