Watch: Sundar Pichai Hails PM Modi’s ‘Clear Vision’ for AI in India

Following the roundtable meeting with PM Narendra Modi, Google CEO Sundar Pichai remarked that the Prime Minister is dedicated to transforming India through his Digital India initiative. He pointed out that Modi encouraged ongoing manufacturing and design efforts in India, proudly noting that Pixel phones are now made there.

Pichai mentioned that the Prime Minister is exploring how AI can be leveraged to benefit the Indian populace, urging them to think about its applications in fields such as healthcare, education, and agriculture. He also indicated that Modi is considering the essential infrastructure needed for AI, including data centers and energy investments, to facilitate India’s progress.

Pichai expressed Google’s commitment to significant investment in AI within India and their enthusiasm for expanding these initiatives, having already launched several programs and partnerships. He emphasized that Modi continually pushes them to do more for India, especially in the realm of AI. Pichai concluded that the Prime Minister has a clear vision regarding the potential of AI and is focused on ensuring that its advantages ultimately benefit the people of India.