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The Prime Minister drew parallels with past technological revolutions, noting that history has consistently shown that innovation does not eliminate work; it transforms its nature<\/h2>\n
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PM Narendra Modi during the inauguration of the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on February 16, 2026. (Image: PMO\/PTI)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed one of the most pressing anxieties of the modern era: the fear among the youth that artificial intelligence will lead to widespread job displacement. Acknowledging these concerns with empathy in a comprehensive interview with ANI around the India AI Impact Summit 2026<\/a>, the Prime Minister asserted that \u201cpreparation is the best antidote to fear”. He outlined a vision where AI acts as a partner to human intelligence rather than a replacement for it.<\/p>\n

A Historical Perspective on Innovation<\/h4>\n

The Prime Minister drew parallels with past technological revolutions, noting that history has consistently shown that innovation does not eliminate work; it transforms its nature. He reminded the youth that for centuries, every major breakthrough\u2014from the Industrial Revolution to the birth of the internet\u2014was met with similar scepticism regarding the future of employment. However, in each instance, new sectors emerged that were previously unimaginable. \u201cWhenever innovation happens, new opportunities emerge,” he noted, expressing confidence that the age of AI would follow this same trajectory by creating entirely new categories of high-quality tech jobs.<\/p>\n

AI as a Force Multiplier<\/h4>\n

Central to the Prime Minister\u2019s argument is the concept of AI as a \u201cforce multiplier.” He explained that instead of making professionals redundant, AI will empower them to reach greater heights. He cited examples of how doctors, teachers, and lawyers can leverage these tools to assist larger groups of people with greater precision and efficiency. In this context, AI is viewed as a servant of human dignity that enhances human capability, allowing the workforce to focus on high-value, creative, and empathetic tasks while automation handles the routine.<\/p>\n

Proactive Skilling and Global Standing<\/h4>\n

To ensure that India\u2019s demographic dividend is protected, the Prime Minister highlighted the government\u2019s massive investment in \u201cskilling and re-skilling”. He stated that the administration is treating AI-driven disruption as a \u201cpresent imperative” rather than a future problem. The success of this proactive approach is already visible on the global stage; the Prime Minister referenced the Stanford Global AI Vibrancy Index 2025, where India ranked 3rd globally, reflecting the country\u2019s robust growth in AI talent and research.<\/p>\n

By combining innovation with inclusion, the Prime Minister assured the younger generation that they are well-equipped to adapt. He concluded that with the right skills and the support of the IndiaAI Mission, the youth of India will not just survive the AI revolution but will lead the future of work on a global scale.<\/p>\n

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