Current position
Overview
No AI-specific legislation has been enacted or formally tabled.
The government published non-binding AI Governance Guidelines in November 2025. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (2023) applies to AI systems processing personal data. A Digital India Act, which would include AI provisions, has been in preparation but no bill has been tabled. MeitY is the lead ministry.
Key legislation & sources
MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and IT) — AI Portal
IndiaAI Mission
Regulatory developments
Latest updates
Latest event import:
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Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority closes consultation on distribution reforms including provisions on prohibiting dark patterns under insurance regulations
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Prime Ministers of Japan and India adopted joint statement on cooperation in AI
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Prime Minister issued statement on ensuring safe, rapid and efficient rollout of AI
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Prime Ministers of India and Slovakia established comprehensive partnership including provisions on AI, Internet of Things, and machine-to-machine applications
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adoption
India and Italy signed special strategic partnership including on quantum computing and artificial intelligence
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