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CSIR Chief Urges Regular Policy Updates Amid Rapid AI Growth
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 02:36 PM
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The chief of the Indian Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has called for frequent updates to national AI policies, citing the rapid pace of technological change.
The chief of the Indian Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has urged the government to revisit and update its artificial intelligence policies more frequently, citing the swift evolution of the technology.
CSIR, a premier national research body, has been actively involved in AI research and development across various sectors. The CSIR chief highlighted that the pace of AI innovation outstrips the current policy framework, potentially leaving gaps in governance, ethics, and safety.
"To keep pace with the changing landscape, policy updates must be timely and responsive," the CSIR chief said. The call comes as India seeks to strengthen its position in the global AI arena while ensuring responsible use of the technology.
The CSIR will work with government agencies to propose a review mechanism that aligns policy with emerging AI capabilities, including machine learning, natural language processing, and autonomous systems.
The CSIR chief’s remarks underscore the need for a dynamic regulatory approach that balances innovation with safeguards for privacy, security, and societal impact.
CSIR, a premier national research body, has been actively involved in AI research and development across various sectors. The CSIR chief highlighted that the pace of AI innovation outstrips the current policy framework, potentially leaving gaps in governance, ethics, and safety.
"To keep pace with the changing landscape, policy updates must be timely and responsive," the CSIR chief said. The call comes as India seeks to strengthen its position in the global AI arena while ensuring responsible use of the technology.
The CSIR will work with government agencies to propose a review mechanism that aligns policy with emerging AI capabilities, including machine learning, natural language processing, and autonomous systems.
The CSIR chief’s remarks underscore the need for a dynamic regulatory approach that balances innovation with safeguards for privacy, security, and societal impact.