Debjani Ghosh

Debjani Ghosh is one of the most influential voices in India’s digital transformation and AI policy landscape. With a deep commitment to inclusive innovation, she has played a pivotal role in shaping India’s AI journey through a people-first lens. As a NITI Aayog fellow and the former president of NASSCOM, Ghosh has been instrumental in driving India’s national AI strategy, emphasising ethical, responsible, and human-centric AI.

During her tenure at NASSCOM, Ghosh led efforts to position India as a global hub for AI and emerging technologies, fostering meaningful collaboration between industry, academia, and government. Her advocacy was central to the development of policy frameworks that prioritise inclusivity, especially in ensuring that AI solutions address India’s diverse linguistic, socio-economic, and gender realities.

Ghosh is also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in technology. She has consistently called for increasing women’s participation in the digital economy and ensuring that AI systems are built with datasets that represent India’s vast and varied population.

As a thought leader, Ghosh has emphasised the need for India to build its own ethical foundations for AI, distinct from the Western frameworks, while remaining globally competitive.