AI And Employment: Why India’s Job Story Is Not All Doom

As artificial intelligence spreads across industries, job anxiety is growing - especially in a country like India with a massive and diverse workforce. Experts say those fears are real, but only part of the story. While roles that can be easily automated may disappear, AI is also creating entirely new jobs, from model maintenance and prompt engineering to enterprise automation roles. In sectors like healthcare, AI could reduce paperwork and system-driven tasks, allowing doctors and nurses to focus more on patient care and reduce burnout. Rather than replacing humans, AI may enhance existing roles by handling repetitive processes. The shift, however, will demand large-scale reskilling and adaptation. The future of work in India, analysts say, lies in humans and AI working together - using technology for efficiency, while people focus on judgment, care and complex problem-solving.