Dehradun, Feb. 20 -- Congress leader Harish Rawat on Friday defended the Indian Youth Congress's shirtless protest at Bharat Mandapam during the India AI Impact Summit, saying it's the opposition's job to warn against potential misuse of AI.

Speaking with ANI, he compared it to the BJP's past protests during the Commonwealth Games, stating that opposition is not new.

Rawat emphasised that AI could become a tool for a few individuals, and it's essential to consider this perspective. He criticised the government's stance, saying it's not about stopping progress but ensuring responsible development.

"What's the point of controversy in this? We disagree on some things. It's fine that you held an AI summit and presented your perspective to ...