Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted the significant transformation Artificial Intelligence (AI) is bringing to markets and job opportunities. Speaking at the Nasscom Technology and Leadership Forum 2026, he stressed the government’s focus on leveraging AI for efficient official operations. The state aims to enhance its Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) by integrating AI into governance and fostering an AI-capable workforce through collaboration between educational institutions and industries.
Fadnavis announced plans to conduct a workshop in Mumbai for educational institutions to address the evolving job landscape due to technological advancements. By working together with educational bodies and industry stakeholders like Nasscom, Maharashtra aims to accelerate its progress in the AI sector. He also mentioned Brazil’s interest in India’s DPI model, recognizing India’s global leadership in this area.
The Chief Minister elaborated on initiatives like the ‘AI 4Agri Summit’ and ‘AgriStack,’ which aim to provide personalized digital assistance to farmers through AI applications. These efforts are expected to reduce production costs and uncertainties in agriculture significantly. Policy-making in Maharashtra now follows a ‘Policy-Led Growth’ approach, with a focus on developing policies to enhance AI adoption in sectors like Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME).
Fadnavis addressed concerns about AI’s impact on employment, drawing parallels to past technological revolutions. He emphasized viewing AI as an opportunity for progress rather than a threat to jobs, highlighting the emergence of new professions like ‘Creator.’ The Chief Minister stressed the importance of embracing technological advancements and cultivating a mindset open to change.
