PM Modi discusses AI use in agriculture and education with startup CEOs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roundtable meeting with AI and deeptech startup CEOs in New Delhi, stressing data governance, ethical innovation and India-focused solutions. He highlighted the use of artificial intelligence in agriculture, healthcare and education in the mother tongue

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday discussed the potential of harnessing artificial intelligence technology in various sectors such as agriculture, environmental protection and promoting higher education in the mother tongue, among others, with CEOs of AI and deeptech startups.

CEOs and founders of 16 AI and deeptech startups presented their ideas and work at a roundtable meeting with the prime minister.

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Modi underscored the need for strong data governance, cautioned against misinformation, and urged the development of solutions tailored to India’s needs, said a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office.

Referring to UPI as a model of simple and scalable digital innovation, he expressed confidence in Indian companies and encouraged trust in domestic products.

He also spoke about expanding private participation in the space sector and noted strong investor interest in Indian startups.

Modi discussed the potential of harnessing AI technology in various sectors, including agriculture and environmental protection, such as monitoring crop productivity and fertiliser usage to safeguard soil health.

Stressing the importance of promoting Indian languages and culture, he called for expanding AI tools for higher education in the mother tongue.

Modi also congratulated innovators for taking bold risks and building impactful solutions.

In healthcare, the PMO said AI is being used for advanced diagnostics, gene therapy and efficient patient record management to extend quality care to the last mile.

In agriculture, they leverage geospatial and underwater intelligence to boost productivity and help manage climate risks.

The group also included ventures focused on cybersecurity, ethical AI, space, social empowerment through vernacular access to justice and education, and modernising legacy systems to strengthen enterprise productivity.

“Together, they reflect an ecosystem addressing local needs while building global leadership in AI-driven innovation,” the statement added.

It further said AI startups praised India’s sustained push to strengthen its artificial intelligence ecosystem.

“They highlighted the sector’s rapid expansion and immense untapped potential, noting that the global momentum of AI innovation and deployment is increasingly shifting towards India,” it said.

The startups noted that the country now offers a supportive and dynamic environment for AI advancement, firmly establishing its presence on the global AI landscape.

The participants also lauded the India AI Impact Summit, describing it as a reflection of the country’s growing stature in shaping global conversations around AI.

The roundtable meeting was attended by CEOs and founders of Abridge, Adalat AI, BrainSightAI, Credo AI, Eka Care, Glean, Innogle, Invideo, Miko, Origin, Prophaze, Rasen, Rubrik, SatSure, Supernova and Sypha AI.

Principal Secretary P K Mishra, Principal Secretary-2 Shaktikanta Das and Minister of State Jitin Prasada were also present during the meeting.