The PAFI AI Council is India’s first dedicated platform at the intersection of AI, public policy, and public a airs, shaping the discourse on AI’s transformative role in India’s growth story. As AI becomes a critical driver of economic progress, innovation, and governance, its responsible adoption is essential for realising India’s vision for 2047. The Council brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and academia to navigate AI’s opportunities and challenges, focusing on regulatory clarity, ethical AI, workforce transformation, and India’s global AI leadership. Sandeep Aurora, Managing Committee Member, PAFI and Group Director & Head of Public Policy & Government Affairs, Microsoft India & South Asia will chair the council.