Piyush Goyal

Piyush Goyal, India’s Union commerce and industry minister since 2019, has emerged as a passionate advocate for responsible AI and technological innovation.

He recently unveiled the AI and ML-powered Trademark Search Technology and IP‑Saarthi Chatbot, tools set to expedite trademark clearances and guide users through intellectual property processes, part of a broader push to embed AI into government services.

Goyal has emphasised the importance of ethical AI frameworks. Speaking at the National Law University, Delhi, he warned that “copyright and AI…stand at the crossroads of a very, very disturbing future,” urging expert collaboration to build regulations that prevent misuse.

He believes that AI should “add to creativity” without substituting human judgment.

Under his stewardship, the government is also mobilising ₹10,000 crore through the Fund of Funds for Startups to support deep-tech ventures in AI, ML, quantum computing and more. Initiatives such as the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) and the PM Gatishakti National Master Plan are leveraging AI to enhance infrastructure and logistics efficiency.

Goyal repeatedly underscores that “AI cannot replace human wisdom,” especially in areas like agriculture, and is betting on “responsible adoption” as a catalyst for India’s growth into a $30–35trillion economy by 2047.