AI deployment must be guided by robust regulatory framework: Jyotiraditya Scindia

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is enabling unmatched agility and precision, but its deployment must be guided by ethical considerations and robust regulatory framework, Communications Minister Jyotiritya Scindia said on Monday.

Speaking at ITU WTSA event, Minister asserted that governance of AI and Internet of Things (IoT) cannot be an "afterthought" and ded that concerns of privacy and bias must be dressed to ensure that se technologies serve as a "force for good."

"... We must dress concerns of privacy, of bias and of transparency, ensuring that se technologies serve as a force for good," Scindia said.

AI is reshaping contours of how information is stored and processed, Minister said, ding it is enabling companies and individuals by unlocking unparalleled agility, precision and scalability.

Minister emphasised that digital landscape and tech deployment refore must be "guided by ethical considerations and robust regulatory framework".

relentless tide of innovation is weaving new patterns in fabric of every economy and society, he said and stressed that it is everyone's collective duty to ensure decisions taken today are rooted in collaboration and foresight, and become bedrock for next digital wave.

" wonders of 5G, brilliance of AI and interconnected models of IoT are transforming industries, societies and manufacturing processes, and economies on a global scale. Yet ir full potential can only be realised through a united approach..." Scindia said.

According to Minister, international standards play a critical role in promoting innovation.

"It is through se shared foundations that groundbreaking technology like 5G, AI and cloud computing can truly flourish," Scindia said, describing standards as an "indispensable framework" that ensures interoperability, enhances security and fosters trust.

5G is not just about fast internet and low latency but is laying groundwork for intelligent cities and infrastructure and all forms of innovation.

In India, 5G is expected to inject USD 450 billion into economy by 2040.

India has rolled out 5G across country in just 22 months, highlighting transformative power of standardised innovation.

Minister also spoke about country's innovations on UPI, Ahaar card system, Digilocker and India stack, as he underlined importance of fostering social inclusion.

"We are poised at edge of a new tech era... dawn of 6G. And this is gateway to future where communications will become boundless and innovation will know no limits..." he said.

Minister underscored need for a comprehensive policy framework that dresses technical demand and socio economic implication of 6G. He stressed on need for a regulatory environment that promotes inclusivity, equity and sustainability.

choices me today, standards that are set and collaborations that are fostered will define technological landscape for current and future generations, Minister pointed out.

Speaking at occasion, International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Secretary-General, Doreen Bogdan-Martin noted that rise of AI is partly why standards are in spotlight.

"Standards are more than mere technical specifications," she said, emphasising its importance in innovation and interoperability and for ensuring AI and technology are deployed in a safe manner.

"On World Standards Day and everyday let us remember our shared digital future is yet to be written... Working toger to place standards at heart of our efforts, let's ensure it is trustworthy, inclusive and beneficial to all of humanity," she said.