Artificial Intelligence and India’s Emerging Role in Global Digital Governance

Anita Bhatt

Artificial Intelligence and India’s Emerging Role in Global Digital Governance

Author(s)	Dr. Anita Bhatt
Country	India
Abstract	Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies of the twenty-first century, reshaping economies, governance structures, and international relations. AI is becoming central to global competition and cooperation. Countries are trying to influence the rules that govern their development and use. These rules are still evolving. Many governments want a strong role in shaping them. India is emerging as an essential actor in this process. The country has a large digital population. Its technology sector is growing rapidly. India’s diplomatic engagement is also expanding. Because of these factors, India is positioning itself as a key player in global digital governance. The country’s initiatives, such as the IndiaAI Mission, digital public infrastructure, and participation in multilateral forums, reflect an ambition to shape inclusive and ethical AI governance. The India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi marked a significant milestone in this effort, bringing together governments, industry leaders, researchers, and international organisations to discuss responsible AI development and cooperation. More than eighty countries supported a declaration advocating equitable access, transparency, and responsible deployment of AI technologies. Within this context, the present study explores India’s evolving role in global digital governance through its AI policies, diplomatic engagement, technological capabilities, and international collaborations. The research aims to analyse how India is positioning itself within the global AI ecosystem by examining its domestic policy initiatives and global partnerships. It also evaluates the importance of India's recent AI summit and its contribution to ongoing global discussions on AI governance. Furthermore, the study seeks to identify the opportunities and constraints shaping India’s aspirations to become a leading voice in global digital governance. The analysis proceeds from the hypothesis that India is increasingly functioning as an intermediary power in AI governance. It has the potential to bridge the divide between technologically advanced countries and developing nations. India does this by advocating inclusive, ethical, and accessible frameworks for AI.
Keywords	Artificial Intelligence (AI), Global Digital Governance, IndiaAI Mission, Technology Diplomacy, Global South, Digital Sovereignty, AI Ethics, International Relations
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-05

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