The Guru in the Machine: How ChatGPT Became a Refuge for India's Spiritual Seekers The intersection of technology and spirituality has long fascinated, but it wasn't until recently that I encountered reports of Indians turning to artificial intelligence as a source of comfort and guidance.
A family in Chennai, grappling with the loss of their 27 year old daughter, sought solace from a high profile guru, who offered words of comfort invoking karma and inner nature.
In contrast, AI chatbots like ChatGPT provide non judgmental support.