GREATER NOIDA — Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed that the Centre is formulating a balanced regulatory approach for Artificial Intelligence (AI) to prioritize citizen safety without stalling technological momentum.
Addressing delegates at SEMICON India 2026, the Minister noted that the virtual, non-physical nature of AI requires specialized regulatory guardrails to protect online users from digital harms.
Key Policy Highlights
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Regulatory Imperative: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that regulatory frameworks are essential for new technologies, pointing out that AI’s unique user-safety risks demand targeted governance measures.
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Public-Private Alignment: The Ministry of Electronics and IT is working directly with industry partners to design mechanisms that tackle deepfakes, online fraud, and algorithmic safety.
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Global Precedent: The government’s policy push aligns India with international efforts to develop digital safety protocols that mitigate systemic risks while keeping the tech ecosystem competitive.
