{"id":5179,"date":"2025-08-14T18:04:48","date_gmt":"2025-08-14T12:34:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=5179"},"modified":"2025-08-14T18:05:23","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T12:35:23","slug":"karnataka-it-minister-priyank-kharge-among-indias-top-10-ai-policymakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=5179","title":{"rendered":"Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge Among India\u2019s Top 10 AI Policymakers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Priyank Kharge Named Among India\u2019s Top 10 Most Influential AI Policymakers<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Karnataka minister recognised for shaping state\u2019s pioneering AI policy and decentralising innovation<\/strong><\/h3>\n

BENGALURU \u2013 Karnataka\u2019s Rural Development and Panchayat Raj and Information Technology Minister Priyank Kharge has secured a place among India\u2019s top 10 most influential policymakers in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to the latest annual rankings by Analytics India Magazine (AIM). The recognition highlights Kharge\u2019s leadership in formulating and implementing one of the country\u2019s most progressive AI policies.<\/p>\n

AIM\u2019s \u201cMost Influential Leaders in AI \u2013 India 2025\u201d<\/strong> list features 100 individuals from across the nation shaping the future of AI. Kharge was ranked ninth overall, joining a select group of scientists, researchers, entrepreneurs, technologists, policymakers, public sector leaders, and industry professionals.<\/p>\n

Leadership in AI Policy and Implementation<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The report credits Kharge for spearheading Karnataka\u2019s AI policy, which has set benchmarks in the adoption of emerging technologies across multiple sectors. Under his stewardship, the state has accelerated the integration of AI into governance, agriculture, education, and public health \u2014 balancing innovation with accountability.<\/p>\n

\u201cAI is not just an economic growth driver; it is a tool for public good,\u201d Kharge has emphasised in multiple policy discussions, advocating for responsible and inclusive use of the technology.<\/p>\n

Beyond Bengaluru: Decentralising Innovation<\/strong><\/h3>\n

One of Kharge\u2019s hallmark initiatives, the \u201cBeyond Bengaluru\u201d<\/strong> programme, aims to decentralise innovation and technological growth beyond the state capital. This approach is designed to nurture local talent, create equal opportunities, and strengthen Karnataka\u2019s position as a hub for digital innovation.<\/p>\n

He also inaugurated and oversees India\u2019s first Centre of Excellence for Artificial Intelligence<\/strong>, aimed at fostering research, skill development, and industry collaboration in the field.<\/p>\n

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National-Level Recognition<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Alongside Kharge, other notable figures in AIM\u2019s top 10 include Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant, and Telangana\u2019s IT, Electronics, and Communications Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu.<\/p>\n

AIM stated that the leaders featured in its 2025 compilation are those \u201cplaying a pivotal role in harnessing AI\u2019s potential to address societal challenges, drive economic growth, and position India as a global leader in technology innovation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Karnataka\u2019s Growing AI Footprint<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Under Kharge\u2019s guidance, Karnataka has emerged as a preferred destination for global AI partnerships and domestic startups. His push for policy-backed infrastructure and skill development has provided fertile ground for homegrown innovations and attracted international collaborations.<\/p>\n

Kharge\u2019s inclusion in the top 10 is seen as a reflection of Karnataka\u2019s forward-thinking approach and its commitment to ensuring AI benefits both industry and society.<\/p>\n

Key Quotes<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

(Paraphrased and adapted from the original context for clarity and media use)<\/em><\/p>\n

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    Priyank Kharge<\/strong> \u2013 \u201cAI is not just an economic growth driver; it is a tool for public good. Our focus is on using it to improve governance, agriculture, education, and healthcare.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Priyank Kharge<\/strong> \u2013 \u201cThrough initiatives like Beyond Bengaluru, we are ensuring that innovation and opportunities reach every corner of Karnataka, not just the capital.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    AIM Editorial Note<\/strong> \u2013 \u201cThe leaders featured this year are shaping India\u2019s AI future by driving responsible adoption, enabling innovation, and solving real-world challenges.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Priyank Kharge<\/strong> \u2013 \u201cKarnataka\u2019s AI policy is built on a balance between innovation and responsibility, ensuring that technology serves both industry and society.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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