Yes. A top bureaucrat from MeitY has reportedly stated to the press on 9 July 2026 that discussions are ongoing regarding standalone AI regulations and that a process of drafting will be commenced soon. The Indian Minister for Electronics and Information Technology too has stated in a media interview on 10 June 2026 that there is a requirement for a new law on AI and that the Indian Government is discussing with the industry to come up with a framework. However, the Government has not shared any further indications on an expected timeline for rollout of a draft.
A minister from the Ministry of Commerce in India had also stated before the Parliament of India in February 2024 that the current legal framework governing patents and copyrights is well-equipped to protect artificial intelligence generated works and related innovations, and that there is no need for separate legislative amendments.
Further, the Ministry of Commerce’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade had set up a committee to evaluate whether any amendments to the existing copyright framework are required and provide appropriate recommendations. The first part of the working paper was published on 8 December 2025 and ultimately chose not to suggest any amendments to the law in the working paper. Further reports or publications of this committee are awaited.
