Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday participated in the Outreach Session titled “Ensuring a Safe, Rapid and Efficient Rollout of Artificial Intelligence” during the G7 Summit in Evian, France. He also defined the real test of AI.
Addressing the gathering, he described Artificial Intelligence as a transformative technology capable of shaping the future of human civilisation. At the same time, he stressed that AI must be used to empower people and serve society. He noted that this people-centric approach guided India’s decision to host the recent AI Impact Summit.
“Spoke at the session on ‘Ensuring a Safe, Rapid and Efficient Rollout of AI.’ This is a subject of immense importance for the global community. AI’s transformative potential is widely known, having touched all aspects of human life,” PM Modi said on X.
He added, “However, the true test of AI is not how powerful our machines become. Its real test lies in how much it empowers ordinary human beings.”
Highlighting India's MANAV (human-centric) vision for AI, the Prime Minister said the development and deployment of the technology should be rooted in inclusivity, security and the broader public good.
PM Modi also reiterated India's view of cyberspace as a global public resource and highlighted that democratic nations should have access to AI systems that can protect critical infrastructure and strengthen defenses against cyber threats. He called for a balanced and integrated approach to AI governance, ensuring that safety, speed and efficiency advance together.
In his remarks, the Prime Minister outlined four key recommendations for the responsible development and use of artificial intelligence. He said AI systems should be designed with safety built into their foundations.
He also called for the adoption of common standards, testing mechanisms and regulatory frameworks to guide AI deployment. Additionally, he stressed the need for stronger international cooperation to tackle challenges such as deepfakes, misinformation and cyber fraud. Finally, he emphasised that the benefits of AI should be shared with countries in the Global South to ensure inclusive and equitable growth, according to the statement.
Concluding his address, PM Modi said AI should be used to enhance human capabilities, strengthen individual choice and uphold human dignity. He added that India would continue working with international partners to advance these goals.
Separately, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit, PM Modi held a meeting with US President Donald Trump. During their discussions, he praised Trump's efforts to help reach an understanding aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in West Asia and promoting peace and stability in the wider region. PM Modi also highlighted the importance of preserving freedom of navigation and uninterrupted trade through the Strait of Hormuz, while stressing the need to safeguard the security of seafarers.