New Delhi, June 13 -- Data streaming has become a strategic imperative for Indian enterprises, not just a technical option. According to Confluent's fourth annual Data Streaming Report, 95% of Indian IT leaders believe data streaming platforms (DSPs) are critical to simplifying AI adoption by addressing challenges around data access, quality, and governance.

Backed by responses from 650 Indian IT leaders (part of a 12-country, 4,175-person global survey), the findings reflect India's fast-maturing approach to building AI-ready infrastructure.

The report found that 96% of Indian respondents plan to increase DSP investments in 2025, citing AI scalability, faster decision-making, and 5x ROI as top drivers.

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