The government has instructed government officials to exercise utmost caution while using artificial intelligence (AI) tools for official work, warning that careless use could result in the unauthorised disclosure or transfer of sensitive and confidential government information to third parties.In a notice issued recently, the Cabinet Division said the use of AI tools in various aspects of official activities in government offices is increasing.While AI tools can improve the efficiency and productivity of government work, their careless use could pose risks to the security and confidentiality of official information, it said.The division therefore asked all concerned to exercise the highest level of caution and responsibility when using AI tools in government offices to ensure the security and confidentiality of government information.It also instructed officials to properly follow existing laws, rules, regulations and government directives governing the protection and confidentiality of government information.The notice comes as AI-powered tools, including generative AI applications capable of drafting, summarising, translating and analysing documents, are becoming increasingly accessible and are being used for a growing range of tasks.