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Sundar Pichai Calls AI a 'Transformational Moment' for India's Future

Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai has described the current period as a "transformational moment" for India, driven by technology and AI. He emphasized that India is uniquely positioned to benefit from artificial intelligence but must invest heavily in research and widespread sectoral adoption. Pichai highlighted India's rapid digital progress, noting it is a leading market for AI tools like Gemini and a high adopter of new technologies. He also discussed Google's partnerships in education and his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on deepening AI collaboration.

Key Points: Sundar Pichai on AI as India's Transformational Moment

  • AI as a core driver of India's future
  • Need for strong AI research investment
  • India is a top market for AI tools like Gemini
  • Preparing students with robotics and coding
  • AI's potential for inclusive growth
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'Transformational moment for India': Sundar Pichai on AI, innovation, and decade ahead

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says AI will drive India's decade-long transformation, stressing the need for investment and responsible adoption.

"It feels like the beginning of a decade-long change driven by technology, innovation and large-scale adoption of AI. - Sundar Pichai"

New Delhi, Feb 18

India is standing at the start of a major technological transformation, and artificial intelligence will play a central role in shaping the country's future, Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai said on Wednesday.

Speaking at an event here, Pichai described the current phase as a "transformational moment".

"It feels like the beginning of a decade-long change driven by technology, innovation and large-scale adoption of AI," he stated.

Pichai said India is uniquely positioned to benefit from artificial intelligence, but stressed that this opportunity comes with responsibility.

"The country must ensure strong investments go into AI research and into spreading the use of AI across all sectors," he noted.

He highlighted the importance of building the foundational layers of AI so that its benefits reach every part of the economy and society.

Highlighting India's rapid digital progress, Pichai said the country has undergone an incredible transformation in recent years.

"Indian users are among the highest global adopters of voice-based and image-based search, showing how quickly people in the country embrace new technologies," he noted.

He also said India has emerged as one of the largest markets for Gemini -- reflecting the growing role of AI tools among Indian users.

Pichai also spoke about the need to prepare young students for a technology-driven future. He said Alphabet is partnering with Atal Tinkering Labs to bring robotics and coding into classrooms.

The initiative aims to encourage innovation, creativity and problem-solving skills among school students at an early age.

Pichai said India's scale, talent, and digital adoption make it a key player in the global AI journey.

"If the right investments and policies are put in place, AI can become a powerful tool for inclusive growth and long-term transformation in the country," he said.

Earlier on Wednesday, Pichai said Google is infusing AI at all levels in India to improve healthcare, support startups, agriculture and more.

He met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed India's growing work in AI and how Google can collaborate with the country's talented students and professionals.

PM Modi said the conversation with Pichai focused on India's rapid progress in AI and opportunities for deeper cooperation between the government and Google in the field.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great vision, but I hope this doesn't become another buzzword. We need real implementation, not just talk. The partnership with Atal Labs is a good step, but what about tier-2 and tier-3 cities? The digital divide is still very real.
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Aditya G
As a tech professional in Bangalore, this is exciting. India has the talent pool to be a global AI hub. But we must invest in our own research institutions and not just be consumers of Western AI models. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
The part about "responsibility" is key. AI ethics and preventing bias is so important, especially in a diverse country like India. Hope the policies focus on that as much as on adoption.
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Karthik V
Proud to see an Indian leading one of the world's biggest tech companies and guiding our nation's path. His point about voice/search adoption is so true - my parents in Jaipur use Google Assistant more than I do! 😄
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Michael C
Interesting perspective. The scale of India's population means any AI solution that works here could potentially work anywhere. The focus on inclusive growth is the right one.

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