Congress takes dig at PM's ‘MANAV’ vision for AI
The Hindu
Congress critiques PM Modi's 'MANAV' AI vision, highlighting concerns over its acronym and effectiveness in promoting inclusivity and sovereignty.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Thursday (February 19, 2026) took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the 'MANAV' acronym and said "there is no treatment for this (A)cronym (I)nfection."
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"The PM unveils his MANAV vision for AI. There is simply no treatment for this (A)cronym (I)nfection," Mr. Ramesh said in a post on X.
The PM unveils his MANAV vision for AI. There is simply no treatment for this (A)cronym (I)nfection.
Making a pitch for democratising AI, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (February 19, 2026) unveiled the MANAV vision for a human-centric approach and use of the fast-emerging technology with emphasis on sovereignty and inclusivity.
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