Mike Walsh predicted at NDTV World Summit 2026 that AI agents will outnumber humans by 2035, positioning India as a pivotal market for the shift.
He explained that autonomous agents would handle routine transactions without human approval, creating an ecosystem where digital workers could replace low‑value jobs.
In Delhi, a panel of policymakers is drafting a regulatory framework to manage the surge in AI‑driven services, with the draft slated for review in September.
The futurist cited a young Bangalore student juggling a university offer with an AI‑generated startup proposal, illustrating how India’s youth could pivot from traditional paths to tech entrepreneurship.
Industry leaders say the shift could liberate millions of workers, but also raise questions about data privacy and the sustainability of data center infrastructure.
Meanwhile, the Indian government has announced a grant program for AI startups, aiming to seed 500 projects by 2028.