Miami, USA: Prabhakar Raghavan, Google’s chief technologist and a key figure in search technologies has been appointed to the board of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF). This marks USISPF’s first board announcement for 2025.
With over two decades of experience in AI, algorithms, and web search, Raghavan is expected to play a crucial role in advancing U.S.-India collaboration in emerging technologies. USISPF President Mukesh Aghi highlighted his potential to drive initiatives like iCET and INDUS-X, strengthening AI and defense tech partnerships.
January 29, 2025
USISPF Chairman John Chambers emphasized Raghavan’s influence in global AI cooperation, citing PM Modi’s 2023 remarks on AI as a U.S.-India collaborative effort. Raghavan, originally from India and an IIT Madras alumnus, expressed his commitment to India’s digital growth, aligning with Google’s ongoing investments in the country’s tech ecosystem.