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India AI Governance Guidelines

Framework State lawSouthern Asia · INadopted

The India AI Governance Guidelines establish a comprehensive framework designed to balance artificial intelligence innovation with accountability and safety, aligning with the national goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. The guidelines are organized into four parts: core principles or sutras, key issues and recommendations across six pillars, an actionable implementation plan, and practical guidance for industry actors and regulators. Through a techno-legal approach that leverages Digital Public Infrastructure, the framework seeks to foster inclusive development while mitigating risks such as algorithmic bias, deepfakes, and loss of control.

Summary and content fields are drawn from the document text and are pending editorial review.

Who issued it

Ministry of Electronics and Information TechnologyGovernment (executive) · IN
Lead issuer
Legal forceAdvisory
Under whose authorityState law
Judged fromfull text

Who it governs

National governmentRegulatorsPublic sector bodiesCompaniesAI developers and providersAI deployers and usersResearchers and academics

Policymakers, regulators, industry developers, and deployers seeking comprehensive guidance on responsible AI development and deployment in India.

Sectors
Cross-sector

What the document contains

What's covered

The document addresses foundational AI infrastructure, capacity building initiatives, policy and regulatory alignment, risk mitigation frameworks, graded accountability structures, and institutional oversight mechanisms. It provides actionable recommendations for implementing safe and trusted AI across public and private sectors in India.

What's missing

The guidelines do not propose a brand-new, standalone omnibus AI statute, relying instead on adapting existing legal frameworks and targeted amendments.

Key takeaways
  • India's AI governance approach balances pro-innovation principles with safeguards against societal and individual risks.
  • The framework is guided by seven core sutras, placing trust, people-first design, and fairness at the foundation.
  • Existing laws combined with targeted legal amendments and voluntary measures are preferred over a standalone comprehensive AI law at this stage.
  • A whole-of-government institutional structure, including the AI Governance Group and the AI Safety Institute, will coordinate policy and technical validation.
  • The integration of AI with Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) provides a scalable pathway for inclusive socio-economic development.
Principles it states
Trust is the FoundationPeople FirstFairness & EquityAccountabilityUnderstandable by DesignSafety, Resilience & SustainabilityInnovation over Restraint
Outline
· Preface
· Foreword
· Introduction
· Executive Summary
· Part 1: Key Principles
· Part 2: Issues & Recommendations
· Part 3: Action Plan
· Part 4: Practical Guidelines for Industry & Regulators
· Glossary
· Annexures
· References
Issued5 November 2025
Length16,200 words · 68 pages
FormatNot recorded
Scopenational

How it scores

Pending review

Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.

Accountability

4/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

Adopt a graded liability system based on the function performed, level of risk, and whether due diligence was observed.

Part 2

screening score · 2026-10-23

Fairness

4/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

Promote inclusive development and avoid discrimination.

Part 1

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Dignity

3/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

Human-centric design, human oversight, and human empowerment.

Part 1

screening score · 2026-10-23

Privacy

4/5

Protection of personal data and private life

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act) which governs the collection and processing of all digital personal data in India

Part 2

screening score · 2026-10-23

Transparency

4/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

Provide disclosures and explanations that can be understood by the intended user and regulators.

Part 1

screening score · 2026-10-23

Enforcement

4/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

Applicable laws should be enforced, while guidelines can assist organisations in meeting their obligations

Part 2

screening score · 2026-10-23

Topics

artificial_intelligence ai_governance digital_public_infrastructure risk_mitigation innovation