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Nasscom Chair Says AI Will Accelerate India’s Tech Growth, Not Replace Jobs
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Published on 26 April 2026
He calls AI disruption an opportunity, not a threat
Nasscom Chair Srikanth Velamakanni says India’s tech industry should treat artificial intelligence as an accelerator, not a job-killing threat. Taking the helm amid geopolitical turmoil and AI-driven disruption, he argues that technology will keep hiring and help companies adapt. His message reframes AI’s impact as a growth lever for India’s IT services sector.
- Nasscom’s new chair says AI is an opportunity, not a threat
- Leadership shift comes as geopolitical risks and AI disruption rise
- He expects hiring to continue despite automation fears
- Focus is on adapting India’s IT industry for AI-era growth
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