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76 pc Indians trust AI, far ahead of global average at 46 pc: Report

IANS May 6, 2025 413 views

A groundbreaking KPMG study reveals India's extraordinary embrace of artificial intelligence, with an impressive 76% of Indians trusting AI technologies. The report highlights that Indian professionals are not just optimistic about AI but are actively integrating it into their work, with 97% intentionally using AI tools. Unlike global counterparts, Indians see AI as a transformative force that enhances productivity and innovation. The study underscores India's potential to become a global leader in ethical and responsible AI adoption.

"India is well-positioned to lead the world in ethical and innovative AI use" - Akhilesh Tuteja, KPMG India"
76 pc Indians trust AI, far ahead of global average at 46 pc: Report
New Delhi, May 6: About 76 per cent of Indians are confident in using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, a figure far higher than the global average of 46 per cent, a new report said on Tuesday.

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- 76% of Indians trust AI technologies, far exceeding global 46% average

The report by KPMG, which surveyed over 48,000 people across 47 countries, highlighted India as a global leader in public trust and adoption of AI.

The report, titled 'Trust, Attitudes and Use of Artificial Intelligence: A Global Study 2025', found that India is not only more optimistic about AI but is also more prepared to use it in everyday life and at work.

According to the report, 90 per cent of Indian respondents said AI has improved accessibility and effectiveness in various areas, making it a transformative force in the country.

At the same time, 97 per cent of Indians said they intentionally use AI at work, and 67 per cent said they couldn't complete their tasks without it.

In comparison, only 58 per cent of employees globally report intentionally using AI, with just 31 per cent using it regularly.

The report was led by Professor Nicole Gillespie and Dr Steve Lockey from the Melbourne Business School, in collaboration with KPMG.

KPMG India's Akhilesh Tuteja said the findings show that "India is well-positioned to lead the world in ethical and innovative AI use".

He noted that while optimism is high, responsible governance and policy frameworks are essential to ensure that AI is used safely and fairly.

Professor Gillespie added that the global public wants reassurance that AI is being developed and used in a secure and transparent way.

"The importance of trust and governance in ensuring AI technologies are accepted and adopted widely," she emphasised.

Nearly 86 per cent have personally experienced or seen positive outcomes from AI, including better productivity, improved innovation, and reduced time spent on routine tasks.

The report also found that AI training and understanding are higher in India compared to advanced economies.

About 78 per cent of Indian respondents feel confident in their ability to use AI, 64 per cent have received some form of AI training, and 83 per cent feel they can use AI tools effectively, said the report.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is amazing! India leading in AI adoption shows how tech-savvy our youth is. From UPI to AI - we're embracing digital transformation faster than anyone else 🇮🇳 But we must ensure AI doesn't replace jobs completely. Balance is key!
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Priya M.
Not surprised at all! In my IT company, we use AI tools daily for coding, presentations, even HR processes. Saves so much time! But the 97% usage figure seems too high - maybe they surveyed only tech professionals? 🤔
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Arjun S.
While the numbers look impressive, we must not ignore the digital divide. Many rural Indians still struggle with basic smartphones - how can they use AI? Government should focus on digital literacy first.
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Sneha P.
As a teacher, I've seen AI help students in amazing ways - personalized learning, instant translations, even detecting learning disabilities early. But we need strict guidelines to prevent cheating and plagiarism!
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Vikram J.
This explains why so many global companies are setting up AI research centers in India! Our engineers are quick to adapt to new tech. Just hope our startups can compete with Silicon Valley giants 💪
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Neha R.
AI is helpful but I'm concerned about data privacy. Most Indians blindly accept terms & conditions without reading. We need stronger laws like EU's GDPR to protect our personal information from misuse.

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