Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled India’s ‘MANAV Vision’ at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The framework emphasizes ethics, accountability, inclusion, and data sovereignty in artificial intelligence. Modi positioned India as a global leader in shaping responsible AI, with a clear call to “develop in India, develop for the world.”
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined India’s ‘MANAV Vision’, a human-first doctrine for artificial intelligence. He stressed that AI must remain ethical, inclusive, and accountable, ensuring technology benefits people rather than widening inequality.
Modi compared AI’s rise to historic technological revolutions, noting its unprecedented speed and scale. He emphasized that India’s approach will focus on data sovereignty, global cooperation, and democratization of AI, particularly for the Global South. The vision also aligns with India’s broader ambition to be both a tech powerhouse and a rule-setter in the AI era.
Key Highlights
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Vision Name: MANAV (human-first AI framework).
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Core Principles: Ethics, accountability, inclusion, data sovereignty.
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Global Message: “Develop in India, develop for the world.”
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Strategic Goal: Democratize AI for citizens, businesses, and the Global South.
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Leadership Statement: AI must be open, inclusive, and aligned with humanity’s needs.
This announcement positions India at the forefront of responsible AI governance, reinforcing its role in shaping global standards while ensuring technology remains people-centric.
Sources: Business Standard, Mint, Hindustan Times, The Economic Times