As the nation eagerly awaits the announcement of the Union Budget 2025-26, Sauvik Banerjjee, MD & CEO of Ziki & Sirrus.ai, has shared his vision for India’s technological future. A leader renowned for leveraging artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to revolutionize industries and community living, Banerjjee emphasized the critical importance of data security and emerging technologies in driving India’s technology evolution.
In his pre-Budget statement, Banerjjee remarked, “Emphasis on data security and emerging technologies is crucial for India’s technology evolution. As we look forward to Union Budget 2025-26, I believe Artificial Intelligence (AI) will find special mention this time, building on the Rs 10,000 crore allocated for the India AI Mission in March 2024.”
He further stressed the need for proactive measures to bolster the country’s tech ecosystem, suggesting that the government could introduce tax incentives to encourage AI-based startups. Additionally, Banerjjee highlighted the potential benefits of allocating resources for establishing AI research centres and launching comprehensive upskilling programmes. Such initiatives, he noted, would address the talent gap in the AI sector and position India as a global leader in artificial intelligence.
With India increasingly investing in AI and emerging technologies, the upcoming Budget is expected to further accelerate advancements in the sector. If the government prioritizes the initiatives highlighted by Banerjjee, the nation could significantly strengthen its foothold as a global hub for AI innovation and talent.
The Union Budget 2025-26 holds the promise of a transformative future for India’s technology landscape, and industry leaders like Banerjjee are optimistic about the role AI will play in shaping this journey.
