Why India Matters: Navigating Global Influence and AI Ethics

The Pandit Hriday Nath Kunzru Lecture Series at Jawaharlal Nehru University featured Smriti Irani discussing India's rising global influence in economics and technology. Emphasizing contemporary India's role in the global AI landscape, she raised concerns about AI accessibility and ethics, highlighting economic growth and technological inequities.

Jawaharlal Nehru University recently hosted a significant event under the Pandit Hriday Nath Kunzru Lecture Series, themed 'Why Bharat Matters.' Former Union Minister Smriti Irani highlighted India's burgeoning influence in the spheres of economics and technology on a global scale.

The session, chaired by noted writer Amitabh Mattoo, focused on India's expanding role in the global landscape. Emphasizing India's significant contributions to the global AI revolution, Irani pointed out the success of digital initiatives such as UPI.

Irani also drew attention to the ethical concerns surrounding AI, underlining the need for inclusive development. She addressed technological inequities and economic growth, noting an alarming 44% higher fatality risk for women due to male-centric safety testing in vehicles.