India’s Chief Economic Adviser, V. Anantha Nageswaran, has described artificial intelligence (AI) as a “stress test” of the country’s state capacity, emphasizing that technological advancement must be aligned with mass employability to ensure inclusive growth.
AI and the Challenge of Governance
Speaking on the evolving role of AI in economic transformation, Nageswaran noted that rapid technological shifts place new demands on governments. From regulatory oversight to digital infrastructure and skilling frameworks, AI requires institutions to adapt quickly and effectively. According to him, the ability of the state to manage this transition will determine whether AI becomes a driver of broad-based prosperity or a source of inequality.
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