Ashwini Vaishnaw Highlights Trust and Talent in India's AI Transition at Rising Bharat Summit

Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the importance of trust, talent, and innovation in India's adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) during the News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026. He emphasized that AI presents a once-in-a-generation transition requiring proactive investment and workforce upskilling. Vaishnaw noted India's IT sector's historical adaptability, citing the Y2K crisis, and stressed that trusted Indian firms are well-positioned to support sensitive sectors like banking. He called for educational reforms to build AI-focused skills and manage workforce transitions effectively.