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Nasscom: 60% of Firms Mature in Responsible AI Practices
Nasscom: 60% of AI‑ready firms mature on responsible AI, survey of 574 execs
India’s AI sector is at a crossroads. While half a dozen firms tout “AI‑ready” credentials, a new Nasscom study reveals that only a slim majority—60 %—have moved beyond pilot projects to embed responsible practices into their workflows. The data, drawn from a cross‑section of 574 senior leaders spanning large enterprises, SMEs and startups, paints a picture of uneven progress: many companies claim readiness, yet gaps in governance, transparency and ethics linger.
Policymakers and investors are watching closely, because the credibility of AI deployments hinges on more than technical capability; it rests on how organisations manage bias, data privacy and accountability. Understanding the scale of adoption and the persistent shortcomings helps frame the broader debate on regulation and industry standards. The report was released at Nasscom's Responsible Intelligence Confluence in New Delhi.
It is based on a survey conducted between October and November 2025 of 574 senior executives from large enterprises, SMEs, and startups involved in the commercial development and use of AI in India. Despite these
The report was released at Nasscom's Responsible Intelligence Confluence in New Delhi. It is based on a survey conducted between October and November 2025 of 574 senior executives from large enterprises, SMEs, and startups involved in the commercial development and use of AI in India. Despite these risks, the survey shows steady progress since 2023.
About 30% of Indian businesses have established mature RAI practices, while 45% are actively implementing formal frameworks, indicating a shift from basic awareness to structured strategies and policies. Nasscom noted a direct correlation between AI maturity and responsible practices, with stronger AI capabilities translating into more robust RAI frameworks. "Nearly 60% of businesses confident in scaling AI responsibly have mature practices in place," the report said.
Can Indian firms sustain this momentum? Nearly 60 % of the surveyed AI‑ready companies already claim mature Responsible AI frameworks, a figure that suggests a growing institutional focus on ethics and accountability. Yet the same report flags persistent gaps: many organisations still wrestle with securing high‑quality data, and regulatory guidance remains vague.
Hallucinations in AI outputs were singled out as a concrete risk, underscoring that technical challenges accompany governance concerns. The survey, conducted between October and November 2025 with 574 senior executives across large enterprises, SMEs and startups, provides a snapshot rather than a definitive forecast. Consequently, whether these frameworks will translate into consistent, safe deployments is unclear.
Moreover, emerging AI risks—beyond data and regulation—have not been fully mapped, leaving room for future scrutiny. In short, the data points to progress, but also to unanswered questions about the depth of readiness and the strength of oversight mechanisms. Stakeholders will need to monitor how these identified gaps evolve before claiming widespread responsible AI adoption.
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Common Questions Answered
What are the key findings from the Nasscom survey on Responsible AI maturity in India?
The survey of 574 senior executives revealed that 60% of AI-ready firms have mature Responsible AI practices, with 30% having established mature RAI frameworks and 45% actively implementing formal frameworks. This indicates steady progress in AI governance and ethical implementation across Indian businesses since 2023.
What challenges do Indian firms still face in implementing Responsible AI?
Despite progress, Indian companies continue to struggle with securing high-quality data and navigating vague regulatory guidance. The survey highlighted persistent challenges such as AI hallucinations and the need for more comprehensive governance frameworks to ensure ethical AI development.
How diverse were the participants in the Nasscom Responsible AI survey?
The survey encompassed a cross-section of 574 senior leaders from large enterprises, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and startups involved in commercial AI development and use in India. The study was conducted between October and November 2025, providing a comprehensive view of the AI landscape.