Behind closed doors, a elite group of Indian minds; from government planners to AI pioneers, academics, and independent thinkers; are quietly plotting how AI will transform India. These aren’t press conferences. They’re Chatham House roundtables; where what’s said stays said, and ideas can flow freely. No PR, no posturing. Just strategy. They’re asking hard questions: Who controls powerful AI models in India? How do we regulate without killing innovation? And how do we make sure AI doesn’t just benefit metro cities, but reaches farmers, teachers, and shopkeepers too? This isn’t about flashy demos or AI chatbots for selfies. It’s about building an AI ecosystem that works for 1.4 billion people. If you’re preparing for government jobs or tech roles; especially in policy, data, or emerging tech; this is the roadmap you need to watch. Because the India of 2030 won’t be built on old systems. It’ll be coded, trained, and deployed; right here, right now.