Over 70pc Indians seeking GenAI to boost productivity, communication skills: Report

IANS April 25, 2025 192 views

A groundbreaking Google and Kantar survey reveals India's massive enthusiasm for generative AI technologies. Despite low current adoption rates, over 70% of Indians are eager to leverage AI tools to improve productivity and communication skills. Google's Gemini AI assistant is showing remarkable potential, with 92% of users reporting increased confidence and 93% experiencing enhanced productivity. The research underscores a significant opportunity for AI integration across various aspects of Indian professional and personal life.

"We're seeing Gemini make a difference in how they feel about their own capabilities" - Shekar Khosla, Google India VP
New Delhi, April 25: More than 70 per cent of Indians are seeking generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) tools to boost their productivity as well as communication skills, a new report said on Friday.

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Over 70% Indians want generative AI to enhance daily skills

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Only 31% have tried AI tools so far

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92% Gemini users report increased confidence

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AI adoption promising across diverse needs

The report by Google and Kantar, based on a survey of over 8,000 people across 18 cities, analysed Gen AI adoption, potential, and impact among people in India. It underlined the massive headroom for Gen-AI adoption in India, and people's desire to use such tools to excel in life.

The report found that while AI excitement is high, it's still early days for adoption: 60 per cent aren't familiar with AI, and only 31 per cent have tried any Generative AI tool.

At the same time, it also showed a strong, innate desire among Indians to improve and excel, with the majority seeking to boost productivity (72 per cent), enhance creativity (77 per cent), and communicate more effectively (73 per cent) in their daily lives.

About 76 per cent said they use AI to save time on everyday tasks like planning travel or managing budgets, and 84 per cent use it to be more creative with everyday tasks like helping kids with homework or trying recipes.

The report also showed how Google's AI assistant Gemini is helping Indians boost their confidence and capabilities.

About 92 per cent of Gemini users reported a boost in confidence, 93 per cent reported it has supercharged their productivity, while 85 per cent Gemini users feel it helps spark their creativity.

“We’re seeing Gemini make a difference in how they feel about their own capabilities, with 92 per cent of Gemini users feeling more confident in their daily lives. Our focus with Gemini has always been to harness Google's leading innovation to build a truly personal, helpful AI assistant for everyone, and we’re glad to see that come alive in so many meaningful ways across ages, cities, needs, and languages,” said Shekar Khosla, Vice President, Marketing, Google India.

The report also shared Gemini’s top use cases in India spanning across diverse needs: simplifying complex information, offering 'how-to' guides, generating creative ideas, assisting with writing, and even culinary exploration.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is fascinating! I've been using Gemini for recipe ideas and it's been a game changer in my kitchen. Never thought AI could help me become a better cook 😄
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Priya M.
While the potential is exciting, I worry about over-reliance on AI tools. What happens to our natural creativity and problem-solving skills if we depend too much on technology?
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Amit S.
The productivity boost is real! I've been using AI to draft emails and reports at work - saves me at least 2 hours every day. More time for actual thinking and strategy!
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Sunita P.
Interesting report but I wish they had included more rural areas in the survey. The digital divide is real and we shouldn't assume everyone has equal access to these tools.
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Vikram J.
The confidence boost stat (92%) is mind-blowing! Never thought tech could impact self-esteem like that. Anyone else feel more confident using these tools? 🤔
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Neha R.
Love how AI is helping with kids' homework! As a working mom, this has been a lifesaver. Though I still make sure to check everything before my daughter submits her work.

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