Indian Professor Balaram Ravindran Among 40 Experts Appointed to New UN AI Panel
An Indian professor has been selected among 40 global experts to serve on the United Nations’ new AI panel, contributing to international governance and policy discussions on artificial intelligence.
Punita Thakur 
Indian Professor Balaram Ravindran Among 40 Experts Appointed to New UN AI Panel
An Indian professor has been selected as one of 40 experts appointed to a newly formed artificial intelligence panel under the Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence,. The panel brings together leading academics, policymakers, and technology specialists from across the world to guide international discussions on AI governance. The appointment reflects India’s growing representation in global technology policy and research leadership.
Shaping Global AI Governance
The newly constituted UN AI panel is tasked with providing independent expertise on the opportunities and risks associated with artificial intelligence. Its mandate includes supporting evidence-based policymaking, promoting responsible innovation, and advising on ethical frameworks for AI development and deployment. Members of the panel will contribute insights on:
• Responsible AI governance
• Ethical and human-centric AI systems
• Risk mitigation and regulatory frameworks
• Cross-border technology collaboration
• Sustainable and inclusive AI development
International Collaboration on Emerging Technologies
The formation of the AI panel signals the United Nations’ commitment to strengthening global cooperation in managing rapidly evolving technologies. Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing economic development, public services, security frameworks, and social systems worldwide. By bringing together 40 experts from diverse regions and disciplines, the UN aims to ensure balanced and inclusive policy recommendations.
Elevating India’s Global Academic Presence
The inclusion of an Indian professor in the expert group underscores the country’s expanding footprint in artificial intelligence research and digital policy conversations. It also highlights the importance of academic contributions in shaping international regulatory discourse.
Looking Ahead
As the UN AI panel begins its work, its recommendations are expected to inform global strategies on artificial intelligence governance, risk management, and innovation frameworks. The appointment marks a significant milestone in international collaboration on the future of AI.
