AI Policy, Ethics & Regulation: Karnataka Leads the Way
Karnataka is known as India’s tech hub. Cities like Bengaluru are home to global IT giants and thousands of startups. Now, the state is taking bold steps, moving from an IT-first approach to an AI-first vision. Home to over 100,000 talented AI professionals, the state is pioneering solutions in areas like machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and more. The state’s thriving tech ecosystem, encompassing world-class universities, research centers, and innovation labs, is nurturing the talent essential to survive in the fast-evolving AI era. Building on these strengths, the state government is laying the groundwork to accelerate AI growth through a strong framework for AI policy, ethics & regulation. With the goal to lead India’s AI revolution, Karnataka is planning to launch a state-level AI mission under the new IT Policy 2025–2030. The mission’s purpose is to strengthen the state’s position as a national technology leader. The AI...