Indian CEOs Show Strong AI Investment Plans Amid Workforce Skill Gaps: BCG Report

According to Boston Consulting Group's AI Radar 2026 report, 88% of Indian business leaders are confident AI will deliver positive returns, exceeding the 82% global average. Indian companies plan to double AI investments to 1.7% of revenue in 2026, reflecting strong long-term commitment despite workforce skill gaps—only 36% of India's workforce is AI-skilled versus 44% globally. While 97% of Indian organizations will continue AI investments even without immediate returns, only 55% of Indian CEOs lead AI strategies, lower than the 72% global average.