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India is not just a part of the AI revolution, but is leading and shaping it,\u201d the Prime Minister said in the presence of world leaders and top CEOs from leading global companies.<\/p>\n<p>Highlighting India\u2019s strengths, Modi said the summit was being hosted in a nation that represents one-sixth of humanity, has the world\u2019s largest young population, and serves as a hub of one of the largest technology talent pools globally. He emphasized that India not only builds cutting-edge technology but also adopts it at an unprecedented pace.<\/p>\n<p>Addressing concerns surrounding emerging technologies, the Prime Minister noted the enthusiasm of India\u2019s youth in embracing AI. \u201cSome people have doubts about new technology. 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