NEWS – India has recently joined the HealthAI Global Regulatory Network (GRN), a significant step towards improving oversight and safety of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in healthcare. This move aims to ensure that AI-driven health solutions are safe, effective, and accessible to all.

HIGHLIGHTS

About HealthAI Global Regulatory Network

• Location & Nature: Geneva-based, independent nonprofit organization.
• Purpose: Promotes equitable access to AI-powered health innovations globally.
• Objective: Ensures safe and responsible use of AI in healthcare by:
  • Building trust among stakeholders.
  • Enhancing patient safety.
  • Accelerating innovation responsibly.
• Key Features:
  • Shared learning among global health regulators.
  • Joint standards for AI health tools.
  • Early warning systems for emerging risks.
  • Access to a global directory of registered AI health tools for transparency and collaboration.

India’s Role

• Collaborating Bodies:
  • ICMR-NIRDHDS (Indian Council of Medical Research – National Institute for Research in Digital Health and Data Science)
  • IndiaAI
• Contribution: India will work with HealthAI to regulate AI in healthcare, ensuring safety, ethical use, and responsible innovation.

What is IndiaAI?

• Nature: Central initiative by the Government of India to develop a comprehensive AI ecosystem.
• Governing Body: Operates under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) via the Digital India Corporation.
• Objective:
  • Promote inclusive and responsible AI innovation.
  • Position India as a global leader in AI research, development, and deployment