The AI outlook - The role of AI in shaping tomorrow’s world is a comprehensive examination of how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, economies, and societies. It explores the evolving landscape of AI technologies-including Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Machine Learning-and their transformative applications across sectors such as healthcare, finance, education, and manufacturing. The report also addresses the ethical, legal, and societal dimensions of AI, spotlighting concerns around bias, data privacy, and accountability. Drawing from the India Leadership Council Survey, it captures how Indian business leaders are approaching AI adoption and strategy. The report concludes with strategic recommendations for governments, enterprises, and institutions to harness AI responsibly and inclusively for long-term, sustainable impact.
It further emphasises the dual nature of AI’s societal influence-its vast potential and inherent risks. While AI is driving innovation and operational efficiency, it also raises pressing concerns around workforce displacement, ethical governance, and data protection. The report advocates for a balanced and thoughtful approach to AI development, underscoring the importance of transparency, fairness, and human oversight. It calls for robust regulatory frameworks, cross-sector collaboration, and inclusive skill-building to ensure that AI’s benefits are equitably distributed and aligned with societal values.
The report also highlights AI’s growing role in advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with particular focus on climate action, sustainable urban development, and food security. It showcases how AI is being leveraged to optimise energy grids, enhance urban planning, support disaster response, and enable precision agriculture. These use cases illustrate AI’s capacity to address complex global challenges. However, the report cautions that realising these benefits at scale will require inclusive policies, grassroots innovation, and sustained collaboration across sectors.
