We are looking to build some sort of consensus on AI and copyright”, Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at AI Impact Summit
Delhi, Feb 17: On the opening day of India’s AI Impact Summit, Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association (MPA), joined Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Information & Broadcasting (MIB), Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), and Railways, Government of India, for a fireside conversation on the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the creative economy.
The event, Rewarding Our Creative Future in the Age of AI – Strengthening India Through Innovation, Trust and Talent, was organised by the MPA in partnership with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), MIB, and Creative First, with support from a broad cross-section of film, television, and streaming industry organisations.
In his opening remarks, Rajiv Aggarwal, Chair of the FICCI IPR Committee, said,
“As AI unlocks new opportunities across film, media, music, gaming, and digital content, it is equally important that innovation is anchored in a balanced and forward-looking IP ecosystem that ensures India continues to lead, both as a cultural and an economic powerhouse in the age of AI.”
During the fireside chat between Ashwini Vaishnaw and Charles Rivkin, both leaders acknowledged that AI represents a new and exciting frontier for the global creative industries, sectors with a long and proven history of embracing transformative technologies in pursuit of creative excellence.
“AI can and must be used to expand creativity in a responsible way,” Rivkin said. “Our member studios are at the forefront of this transformation, recognising the immense potential of AI to enhance storytelling while keeping human creativity at the heart of filmmaking. Strong copyright frameworks are indispensable; they anchor a vibrant creative economy, drive investment in the media and entertainment sector, and turn creative ingenuity and storytelling into world-class cultural exports.”
“I commend the Government of India for convening this forum at such a consequential moment,” he added.
Speaking about the aim of the AI Summit, Minister Vaishnaw said,
“The challenges between AI and copyright are very, very complex, and at this summit, we are looking to build some sort of consensus on this. If creators are given the opportunity to deploy their skills, protect their copyrights, and safeguard the roots of their creative energy, then the growth between today and tomorrow will be significant. AI can then be used as a tool.”
The AI & Creative Economy track directly supports several of the key pillars underpinning the AI Impact Summit, especially around human capital, trusted AI, and AI for economic and social good. The programme builds on the momentum of last year’s WAVES Summit and serves as a bridge to next year’s gathering, reinforcing India’s leadership at the convergence of creativity, technology, and culture, and recognising MPA member studios’ continued contribution to the growth of the screen industry.
In his closing remarks, Mr Prabhat, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, GoI, said,
“Our AI for All vision is guided by the principle that technology must ultimately serve people. AI should expand opportunities for creators across regions and languages, while remaining firmly aligned with ethical and constitutional values”.
The AI Impact Summit, convened at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is positioned as the first major global AI gathering in the Southern Hemisphere. It has drawn heads of state from 20 nations, ministerial delegations from 45 countries, and CEOs from the world’s leading technology companies. Thanks & Regards, Shashank Sahil1H7369046376
