'For them, AI is anti-India’: BJP hits out at Congress over shirtless protest at Delhi AI summit

During the ongoing AI Summit in Delhi, Youth Congress activists staged a protest by entering the venue shirtless, displaying slogans that criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government. This demonstration took place on the fifth day of the summit, which has been a focal point for discussions around artificial intelligence and its implications for India. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) quickly condemned the protest, labeling it as an anti-national act. BJP officials emphasized that such protests undermine the serious discourse surrounding AI and reflect poorly on the Congress party's commitment to national progress. The incident has sparked a debate about the appropriateness of protests in the context of significant national discussions. As AI continues to gain prominence in various sectors, the political tussle highlights the broader narrative of how technology and governance intertwine in India’s future. The Congress party, meanwhile, defended the protest as a legitimate expression of dissent against the government's policies. The incident underscores the ongoing political rivalry between the two major parties as they vie for public support ahead of upcoming elections.