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New Nasscom chair warns AI will restructure tech jobs but boosts India’s hiring edge

Technology
Published on 24 April 2026
New Nasscom chair warns AI will restructure tech jobs but boosts India’s hiring edge

Hiring models are set to change as AI ramps up

Nasscom’s new chairperson Srikanth Velamakanni says AI is triggering a structural shift across India’s technology sector. He points to near-term challenges such as adjusting hiring practices, while stressing major opportunities as demand for tech talent accelerates. Geopolitics may complicate timelines, but the industry is preparing for widespread AI adoption.

  • AI is driving a structural change in India’s tech sector
  • Hiring practices may need to be redesigned for AI roles
  • Nasscom expects India to be well positioned for talent demand
  • Geopolitics could add friction, but readiness is growing
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