Indian finance ministry bans use of ChatGPT, DeepSeek

AI Tools: Indian government has banned all AI apps, said- Government employees should not use them even by mistake..
The Indian Finance Ministry has issued a directive banning the use of AI tools and applications such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek. The circular, issued on January 29, 2025, aims to ensure the security of sensitive government data and prevent potential cyber threats.
India's finance ministry asks employees to avoid AI tools like ChatGPT, DeepSeek
India's finance ministry has asked its employees to avoid using AI tools including ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official purposes, citing risks posed to confidentiality of government documents and data, an internal department advisory showed.
Finance Ministry bans AI tools like ChatGPT, DeepSeek on office devices over data security concerns
India’s Ministry of Finance has officially prohibited using AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek on office devices, citing risks of confidential government data leaks. This was stated in a report by People Matters.
Indian finance ministry bans use of ChatGPT, DeepSeek: Report
Indian Finance Ministry asked employees to stop the use of Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official purposes citing sensitive government data, Reuters reported. The ministry repeatedly said the use of such platforms breaches the confidentiality of government documents and data.
No ChatGPT Please: Finance Ministry's Latest Diktat For Officials Amid DeepSeek Saga
India's Finance Ministry has advised its employees to refrain from using artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official tasks, citing concerns over the confidentiality of government data and documents.
Finance Ministry bans use of ChatGPT - DeepSeek for official purposes. Here's why
The finance ministry has advised employees against using AI tools like ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official work due to confidentiality risks associated with government documents and data, according to an internal advisory.

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