Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlined India’s Artificial Intelligence Priorities for Manufacturing Engineering Technology. Chairing a strategic convening of industry leaders, global academicians, policymakers and technology experts during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Mr Vaishnaw said that artificial intelligence is a foundational pillar in India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation.
He noted that by integrating AI across Manufacturing Engineering Technology, India can enhance productivity, strengthen competitiveness, and unlock new opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship. Mr Vaishnaw highlighted that the government’s focus is on building an inclusive AI ecosystem that empowers enterprises and MSMEs alike, while preparing India’s workforce for the future.
The Minister also launched the White Paper Concept on ‘AI for Manufacturing, Engineering Technology (AI-MET). The White Paper Concept presents a strategic framework for embedding AI across manufacturing and associated value chains to drive productivity, sustainability and global competitiveness. It outlines a process for putting together coordinated pathways for industry, academia, and policymakers for embedding AI across India’s MET ecosystem.
