India Launches AI Impact Pledge for Ethical Smart Tech

The Government of India has launched the AI Impact Pledge, a nationwide initiative to promote responsible, inclusive and human-centric artificial intelligence. The pledge encourages citizens, organisations and institutions to commit to ethical AI use for public good.

The Government of India officially launched the AI Impact Pledge, a voluntary commitment for citizens, institutions and organisations to follow principles of responsible artificial intelligence. The pledge reinforces India’s leadership in shaping AI that respects human values, privacy, safety and equity.

Unlike regulatory mandates that impose penalties, the AI Impact Pledge seeks to build trust and public confidence by aligning AI innovation with positive social impact, human rights and ethical standards.

The pledge was launched with the support of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, signalling the government’s intent to make ethical AI stewardship a core part of national AI strategy.

What Is the AI Impact Pledge?

The AI Impact Pledge is a voluntary framework that encourages any individual or organisation to commit to AI principles that align with ethical, safe and inclusive technology use. You can sign it on the official portal: aipledge.indiaai.gov.in.

It is open to:

• Individuals
• Government agencies
• Startups and private companies
• Academic institutions
• Civil society organisations

Texas Instruments, Indian universities, tech firms, industry bodies and citizen groups are expected to make early commitments during the rollout. (As of now, specific signatory lists are evolving.)

Citizens and organisations can visit mybharat.gov.in and the official AI Pledge portal to sign up and agree to the principles guiding responsible AI use.

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Core Principles of the AI Impact Pledge

The pledge outlines a set of AI impact principles designed to promote technology that benefits people and society:

🧠 1. Human-Centric Design

AI systems must promote human well-being, dignity and fairness in decision-making processes.

🔒 2. Safety and Security

AI should be developed with robust safety measures to prevent harm from misuse, cyber threats or unpredictable outcomes.

📊 3. Transparency and Explainability

AI developers and deployers should ensure transparency about how systems work, what data they use, and how decisions are made.

📚 4. Inclusivity and Accessibility

AI technology should be accessible to all residents of India, regardless of language, gender, socio-economic status or geography.

📈 5. Accountability and Governance

Signatories commit to governance practices that include accountability mechanisms for AI impact and regular reviews of AI systems.

Why the AI Impact Pledge Matters

🔹 Builds Trust in AI

With rising public interest and concern over automation, bias, and data security, the pledge creates a trust anchor that aligns technology with societal values.

🔹 Encourages Broad Participation

By being voluntary and accessible online, the pledge invites everyone — from students to CEOs — to participate in shaping a responsible AI ecosystem.

🔹 Aligns with India’s Digital Vision

The pledge complements national efforts like the Digital India programme and the India AI Impact Summit, by reinforcing ethical foundations for innovation and governance.

How to Sign the AI Impact Pledge

Signing the pledge is simple and open to all. Participants need to:

1. Visit the official portal: aipledge.indiaai.gov.in
2. Choose whether to sign as an individual or organisation
3. Submit basic details and accept the AI impact principles
4. Receive a digital certificate acknowledging the commitment

The platform guides users through each step and provides information on each pledge principle.

What Happens After Signing

Once an entity signs the pledge:

• They publicly commit to ethical AI use
• Their name appears on a growing roster of supporters (when published)
• They receive regular updates on responsible AI practices
• Organisations can adopt internal governance frameworks aligned with the pledge

The government plans to share case studies and best practices from pioneers who commit early. (This is part of the AI ecosystem strategy.)

Response and Early Support

Government officials have welcomed participation from:

• Tech firms and startup associations
• Universities and research labs
• Public sector organisations
• Citizen advocacy groups

Early adopter announcements and partnership frameworks are expected soon as the pledge gains traction.

Conclusion

India’s AI Impact Pledge aims to redefine how artificial intelligence is used, governed and perceived across society. By encouraging voluntary commitments to ethical principles, the initiative seeks to build a trustworthy and inclusive AI ecosystem that benefits all citizens.

The pledge offers a model for other nations and organisations wishing to adopt technology that prioritises human well-being and ethical innovation.