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AI Won't Kill Jobs, Will Unbundle Them: Microsoft India Chief Predicts 1000X Growth

Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft India and South Asia, forecasts exponential growth for the AI sector, predicting a thousand-fold advancement within the next three years. He asserts that AI will not eliminate jobs but will instead "unbundle" them, fundamentally reshaping roles and requiring professionals to adapt. Chandok identified coding as the primary current use case and noted a strategic shift in businesses from cloud-first to AI-first models. He also highlighted India's strong position in the global AI landscape, citing significant talent and progressive policy frameworks.

Key Points: Microsoft India Head: AI to Unbundle Jobs, Not Kill Them

  • AI models improving at unprecedented pace
  • Coding is the biggest current AI use case
  • Shift from cloud-first to AI-first business models
  • India sees strong momentum in AI talent and policy
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"AI will not kill jobs but will unbundle them; Next 3 years to see 1000X growth": Microsoft India and South Asia President Puneet Chandok

Microsoft's Puneet Chandok predicts 1000X AI growth in 3 years, says AI will reshape, not replace, jobs. Highlights India's strong AI talent and adoption.

"AI - it will not kill jobs, but will unbundle jobs. - Puneet Chandok"

New Delhi, February 16

Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft India and South Asia, on Monday said Artificial Intelligence models are improving at an unprecedented pace and predicted exponential growth in the sector over the next three years.

Speaking at the "AI for Disaster Management: Anticipatory, Hyperlocal, Scalable" session of the AI Impact Summit 2026 in the national capital, Chandok said the rapid advancements witnessed in recent months demonstrate how quickly the technology is evolving.

"The models you have seen today, it's incredible and we are growing on. With AI, we have potentially the ability to grow and move on, and now the world is changing and ready to adopt it," he said.

On whether AI systems are truly improving, Chandok asserted that progress is clearly visible.

"There is still debate on whether we are getting better with AI or not. I believe models are definitely getting better. You can see the change in the last six months. What you have seen today is remarkable. In the next three years, there are thousand X are coming in the AI sector," he said.

He identified coding as the biggest current use case for AI, noting that the technology is rapidly transforming software development.

"Biggest case in AI now is coding. The first use case is coding, and now it's becoming very interesting. AI is also becoming part of businesses. Digital colleagues through AI are becoming teammates in businesses," he further said.

"If AI can draft a legal document, your lawyer would not be needed. We have to think about the sovereignty at the company level. We are seeking the generations of the sovereignty model," he added.

Chandok said AI is increasingly being embedded into enterprise workflows and decision-making processes, marking a shift from cloud-first to AI-first business models.

"The next generation of AI businesses will be built on AI, not just clouds," he added.

On concerns that AI could replace human jobs, Chandok said the technology would not eliminate employment but would fundamentally reshape roles.

"AI - it will not kill jobs, but will unbundle jobs. AI will end the charade. You and I have to bundle ourselves. If you are not learning AI today, you are not learning anything," he remarked.

Highlighting India's position in the global AI ecosystem, Chandok said the country is witnessing strong momentum in both talent and policy frameworks.

"What's happening in India is quite interesting. Here, real talent is coming up, policies are coming up. 59% businesses in India use AI agents. We have a huge pool of talent," Chandok added.

The AI Impact Summit, which kicked off on Monday in New Delhi, will welcome world leaders from across 20 countries, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Brazilian President Lula da Silva, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and others. UN Secretary General Antonio Gutteres will also attend the event.

- ANI

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Priya S
"If you are not learning AI today, you are not learning anything." That line hit hard. It's true. Whether you're in marketing, finance, or even teaching, AI tools are becoming essential. We need more affordable upskilling programs for the masses, not just IT professionals.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, while the vision is exciting, I'm concerned about the ground reality. 1000X growth sounds great in boardrooms, but what about the millions in traditional jobs? We need concrete policy for reskilling, not just optimism. The "unbundling" needs a safety net.
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Sarah B
The focus on India's talent pool is spot on. I work with teams in Bangalore and Hyderabad, and the pace of AI adoption here is incredible. If the policy framework keeps up, India could truly lead the next phase of the digital economy. Exciting times!
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Meera T
AI for disaster management is such a crucial application for a country like India. From floods to cyclones, hyperlocal AI predictions can save lives. Glad to see the summit discussing real-world impact beyond just business efficiency. 🙏
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Vikram M
The shift from "cloud-first to AI-first" is the real takeaway. It's no longer about just storing data online, but making it intelligent. Indian startups need to build native AI solutions for our local problems - agriculture, healthcare, logistics. The opportunity is massive.

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