Odisha Approves AI Policy Amid Job, Security Concerns

Indian states and organizations are advancing AI-driven innovation, with Odisha recently approving AI Policy-2025 to promote responsible adoption and position itself as an AI hub. Initiatives like Technovate for India empower young innovators to bridge academia and industry and commercialize research. However, the rapid adoption of AI is disrupting the job market, creating an urgent need for educational reforms as millions of graduates remain unemployable. Experts, including Raghu Chukkala and Ronak Upadhyaya, emphasize the importance of human-centered and ethical AI solutions. The increasing sophistication of AI also presents cybersecurity challenges, such as advanced phishing, deepfakes, and voice-cloning attacks. These trends highlight the necessity for robust policies, ethical frameworks, and upskilling to ensure AI innovation benefits society while managing emerging risks.