New Delhi, Feb 13: India is poised to emerge as a leader in AI adoption, potentially achieving over 10% GDP growth in the next two years, according to Umesh Sachdev, CEO of Uniphore, ahead of the India AI Impact Summit.
Sachdev identifies two key trends: the need for tailored ecosystems in AI and the significant opportunity for India to lead in AI application and adoption due to its large population.
He anticipates a turning point in 2026 when AI will drive economic growth and productivity, with fears over job losses being misguided as he believes AI will create more jobs.
Sachdev notes the transformative potential of AI in automating citizen services and governance, though he highlights challenges related to geopolitics and warns against excessive regulation which could exacerbate inequalities.
He points out the contrasting attitudes towards Chinese AI models in the US market, reflecting broader geopolitical fears. Uniphore continues to focus on growth and partnerships while reinforcing India’s strategic position in global AI development through initiatives like the Summit and existing digital infrastructures. Sachdev sees 2026 as a game-changing year for AI in large businesses.
