Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of everyday life,reaching far beyond just tech fans. It’s affecting many industries,raising real worries about jobs,especially in India’s tech sector, which employs nearly six million people.
The Hindu Huddle in Bangalore on Saturday,June 6,2026, will tackle these issues head-on . Speakers include S. Krishnan, Secretary of Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology; V. Anantha Nageswaran,Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India; and Lakshmi Narayanan,former CEO of Cognizant and Chancellor of Krea University. Raghuvir Srinivasan,Editor of The Hindu Business Line,will moderate the panel .
With AI tools like Google Gemini and ChatGPT becoming everyday tools,fears about job losses are growing. Will AI take away current jobs, or will it create new ones? These questions are at the heart of discussions about India’s role in the global AI scene. talk will also look at country’s tech infrastructure and government efforts to see if India is ready for the AI shift.
Mr . Krishnan has played a key role in shaping AI policies for the government over last two years. His work includes boosting semiconductor production and creating environments for hyperscalers. He’s also focused on developing homegrown large language models,aiming to make India competitive player in the AI field.
Meanwhile,Mr. Nageswaran has explored AI’s effects on jobs. His team’s analysis in the Economic Survey 2026 examines how AI affects job creation and what skills future workers will need. This research is meant to help India tackle the challenges that AI presents.
Bringing years of IT experience, Mr. Narayanan provides unique viewpoint on changing AI landscape. As an active early-stage investor, he keeps a close watch on new trends and innovations, adding depth to the panel's discussion.
Attendees can look forward to insights into India’s AI journey and ways to manage job risks. The conversation will focus on how the country can tap into AI’s potential while facing its challenges.
