In a significant push towards ethical AI adoption in governance, Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan launched the AI Governance Report 2026 by O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) at a high-profile national conclave in Mumbai. The release signals India’s commitment to balancing technological prowess with humanistic values.
Speaking at the event, the Governor congratulated the Cyril Shroff Centre for uniting industry and public sectors under shared values. He emphasized AI’s potential to solve myriad problems but cautioned against its risks, urging its use for compassionate governance that reaches every citizen.
‘We must safeguard our values, rooted in Vedic ideals of welfare, peace, and upliftment for all,’ Radhakrishnan said, linking ancient wisdom to modern challenges. Protecting Indian art, culture, and ideologies is crucial for national identity in this AI era.
Higher education worldwide is evolving with AI, from data analytics to qualitative research enhancement. Institutions are integrating AI to boost transparency, efficiency, and informed decision-making.
Atlas SkillTech University’s Dr. Indu Shahani lauded the Governor’s inspirational leadership in her address, thanking JGU for meaningful collaborations. She outlined her university’s holistic approach to graduate preparation blending design, tech, and law.
JGU’s Prof. C. Raj Kumar framed the report around a core question: How can universities harness AI to elevate learning and research while keeping human elements central? He called for JGU to lead as an intellectual pioneer, with the report providing a forward-looking blueprint for AI integration.
Contemporary research favors active learning over lectures, prompting JGU to roll out experiential methods like simulations and interdisciplinary projects. This aligns with Education 4.0, bridging theory and practice for real-world readiness.
The Cyril Shroff Centre stresses cultural change over mere policies for lasting impact, encouraging tech as a medium for knowledge creation. Strategic partnerships with tech providers will accelerate best practices.
Prominent attendees included legal luminary Cyril Shroff and education innovator Ronnie Screwvala. The event culminated in a dynamic panel on AI governance, featuring top lawyers and executives, moderated by Prof. Raj Kumar, exploring law, tech, and societal intersections.
