EXCLUSIVE: IMF’s Krishna Srinivasan On India’s 7% Growth, AI Jobs And Risks From Energy Shocks

In an exclusive conversation with India Today Group’s Marya Shakil, IMF Asia-Pacific Department Director Krishna Srinivasan discusses Asia’s economic outlook amid energy shocks, AI disruption and trade uncertainty. He explains why the IMF raised India’s FY27 growth forecast to 7%, while warning that prolonged energy disruptions, tighter financial conditions, an AI market correction and El Niño could pose risks. Srinivasan says AI is reshaping jobs rather than simply destroying them, highlighting the need for reskilling and digital investment. He also discusses rupee flexibility, India’s trade agreements, energy diversification and reforms needed to attract foreign investment and sustain long-term growth.