Tech can lead to progress only if democratised; for India AI means 'All Inclusive': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated at Vivatech 2026 that technology must be democratized to drive progress, defining AI as 'All Inclusive' for India. He highlighted India's massive scale in digital identity and payment systems as evidence of successful technological integration.
Why it matters
Modi's comments reflect India's strategic push to position itself as a global leader in inclusive digital infrastructure amidst international AI regulation debates.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (June 18, 2026) asserted that technology can lead to progress only if it is democratised and said AI means "All Inclusive" for India.
The article focuses on the Prime Minister's positive framing of national achievements, typical of state-aligned reporting.
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