AI Won’t Replace Jobs Master 10–15 Tools to Boost Productivity, Says Sanjeev Bikhchandani
Info Edge founder urges young professionals to master practical AI tools as leaders debate the future of work at AI Impact Summit 2026
New Delhi, Feb 16 : Emphasising that artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency rather than replacing workers, Sanjeev Bikhchandani, Founder and Executive Vice Chairman of Info Edge, on Monday said AI is currently being used to expand productivity and open new business opportunities.
Speaking at the “Future of Employability and AI” session during the AI Impact Summit 2026, Bikhchandani noted that companies are deploying AI tools to serve customer segments that were previously not financially viable.
He explained that businesses often avoid dedicating manpower to smaller, low-paying clients due to cost constraints. However, AI-powered voice bots and chatbots now enable firms to reach such segments efficiently without increasing workforce size. According to him, this approach helps organisations tap underserved markets while maintaining operational efficiency.
Bikhchandani reassured young professionals that AI is presently being leveraged to improve output and streamline processes rather than eliminate roles. He advised them to focus on practical skill-building instead of worrying about larger policy debates or the development of large language models.
Encouraging adaptability, he said mastering 10 to 15 relevant AI tools can significantly enhance career prospects. Younger professionals, he suggested, may have an advantage in quickly learning and applying emerging technologies within organisations.
During the same session, Vineet Nayyar, former CEO of HCL Technologies, observed that while AI could disrupt nearly half of existing roles, it is also expected to generate substantial new employment opportunities.
The summit, currently underway in New Delhi, has drawn global leaders and industry executives, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres, highlighting the growing global focus on artificial intelligence and the future of work.
