- The UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia, IndiaAI Mission, and Ikigai Law held the fifth stakeholder consultation on AI Readiness Assessment Methodology, engaging over 200 experts from various sectors to discuss ethical AI governance.
- This consultation series, spanning multiple cities, aims to develop India-specific AI policy recommendations, identifying strengths and opportunities to promote responsible AI adoption.
- Emphasizing an ‘ethics-by-design’ approach, Mr. Tim Curtis of UNESCO called for inclusive innovation, while Mr. Abhishek Singh highlighted initiatives promoting a safety-centric AI vision and workforce preparedness.
- A panel discussion featured insights from leaders in policy and academia, focusing on regulatory frameworks, governance, and the role of industry in ensuring responsible AI development.
- The AI RAM serves as a diagnostic tool for enhancing India’s AI governance, with a modular structure that adapts to local contexts, ensuring continuous dialogue and policy evolution.