India Commerce Ministry identifying AI-proof professions for global leadership

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that the Commerce Ministry has begun identifying professions less vulnerable to AI displacement, focusing on sectors where AI can enhance efficiency without replacing human workers. He highlighted traditional Indian strengths such as handicrafts, handloom, culinary arts and tourism as areas for potential global leadership, citing the country's skilled talent pool and youthful population. The initiative forms part of national workforce planning for a large population amid rapid technological change.