65% of Indian CEOs prioritise AI but 76% say regulation and governance lag behind: KPMG report

A majority of Indian CEOs are betting big on artificial intelligence, with 65% naming it their strategic priority for driving growth, according to KPMG’s 2025 India CEO Outlook. This almost matches the global figure of 71%.

Many acknowledge that issues, including data privacy, ambiguous legislation, and the requirement to upskill employees, might hinder progress.

About 76% of Indian CEOs say that one of the biggest problems with using AI in their companies is the lack of clear rules or regulations. This makes it hard for businesses to move forward with…