By India New England News
Publication Date: 2026-10-13 15:53:00
MUMBAI — India is pursuing a balanced approach to artificial intelligence regulation that protects users without discouraging innovation and investment, according to Sandip Patel, managing director of IBM India and South Asia.
Speaking on the sidelines of the IBM Think Mumbai 2026 conference Tuesday, Patel said India’s approach to AI governance recognizes the need for safeguards while allowing businesses to develop and deploy emerging technologies.
He expects that balance to continue as AI technology evolves, emphasizing that effective governance will become increasingly important as organizations expand their use of artificial intelligence.
“I think the bigger question that we should be asking ourselves is how do we drive digital sovereignty? And the issue of sovereignty, it’s not just an India issue; it’s global,” Patel said.
Patel described digital sovereignty as “Digital Swaraj,” emphasizing the importance of maintaining control over data, technology…
