Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping economies, and for India, this shift presents both opportunity and risk. With one of the world’s largest pools of engineers, software developers, and data scientists, India holds the potential to become a global AI hub. Yet, the persistent brain drain of top talent abroad threatens this vision.

Rajat Khare, venture capitalist and founder of Boundary Holding, stresses that reversing brain drain is vital for India’s AI ambitions. He believes the country must invest in research, build scalable innovation ecosystems, and create an environment attractive enough for talent to stay.

India contributes nearly 15% of the world’s AI talent, but much of it works overseas. Government efforts, such as developing a massive large language model with over 18,600 GPUs, highlight India’s ambition. Its multilingual edge—supporting 22 official languages—can make AI more inclusive, bridging rural gaps and serving diverse populations.

Khare emphasizes policies to retain talent: funding research, establishing AI centers nationwide, offering competitive pay, and supporting startups through public-private partnerships. Global linkages with Indian-origin experts and showcasing leadership at global forums are equally critical.

Ultimately, Khare envisions India evolving from a tech outsourcing base to an AI leader—provided it nurtures and retains its brightest minds.

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