India is poised to take the lead in global discussions on Artificial Intelligence (AI), supported by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision and the country’s abundant technology talent pool, according to Hari Shetty from Wipro Limited. Shetty emphasized the timeliness of discussing AI’s impact, particularly in India.
Shetty expressed enthusiasm for the India AI Impact Summit 2026, labeling it as “super exciting” and highlighting AI as the upcoming major infrastructure in the country. He commended India’s robust digital public infrastructure and successful track record in deploying technology at scale as a strong foundation for AI-driven growth.
Noting AI’s potential to significantly influence businesses, society, the economy, and the world, Shetty remarked on India and Prime Minister Modi’s readiness to steer global AI conversations. He cited the Prime Minister’s vision and India’s extensive technology expertise as positioning the country strongly in a leadership role.
Shetty underscored AI as a transformative technology capable of reshaping India’s developmental trajectory. He emphasized that with the appropriate governance structure and evolving policy framework, India is primed to spearhead the global AI mission effectively.
Discussing Wipro’s strategy in the AI era, Shetty revealed the company’s development of a comprehensive suite of AI solutions branded as “Wipro Intelligence.” These offerings encompass AI platforms, solutions, and services aimed at enhancing internal capabilities and delivering AI-driven solutions to clients. Wipro views AI as a significant opportunity and integrates it across services to aid customers in innovation, efficiency enhancement, and competitiveness in a swiftly evolving digital landscape.
