Former union minister talks about benefits of AI in agriculture, education and more – Times of India
At the 17th India Digital Summit (IDS 2023), Prof. Suresh Prabhu, Founding Chancellor of Rishihood University, Guest Professor of the London School of Economics, and former Union Minister highlighted the vast potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in various fields of life, and how India can take the lead in this domain.
Prof. Prabhu stressed the need to align education with technology, stating that the existing curriculum needs to be updated to match the demands of reality. He also emphasised the role of education in the development of AI, which is a rapidly evolving field.
He pointed out that the benefits of AI could be seen in many areas, including agriculture, where AI could help farmers determine where and how to grow crops and decide when to use water, adding value to the soil and setting the entire value chain. Additionally, AI could be used in natural resource management and have a positive effect on climate change.
According to Prof. Prabhu, India has a wealth of incredible talent and the potential to harness technology, but he emphasised the need for ethical technology use to prevent creating ‘monsters in the name of technology.’
IDS is India’s largest and oldest digital conference, featuring more than 150 speakers, including policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and experts in over 60 sessions. Over 500 digital brands are represented, and more than 3,000 delegates are participating in the summit. The event culminates with the announcement of the winners of the prestigious India Digital Awards (13th edition) in 57 categories.
Prof. Prabhu’s comments highlight the importance of AI in various fields of life and how it can revolutionise agriculture, education, natural resource management, and climate change. With India’s talent pool and potential, the country has the opportunity to lead the way in AI development. However, ethical technology use is essential to ensure that technology benefits society as a whole without creating unintended consequences.
Prof. Prabhu stressed the need to align education with technology, stating that the existing curriculum needs to be updated to match the demands of reality. He also emphasised the role of education in the development of AI, which is a rapidly evolving field.
He pointed out that the benefits of AI could be seen in many areas, including agriculture, where AI could help farmers determine where and how to grow crops and decide when to use water, adding value to the soil and setting the entire value chain. Additionally, AI could be used in natural resource management and have a positive effect on climate change.
According to Prof. Prabhu, India has a wealth of incredible talent and the potential to harness technology, but he emphasised the need for ethical technology use to prevent creating ‘monsters in the name of technology.’
IDS is India’s largest and oldest digital conference, featuring more than 150 speakers, including policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and experts in over 60 sessions. Over 500 digital brands are represented, and more than 3,000 delegates are participating in the summit. The event culminates with the announcement of the winners of the prestigious India Digital Awards (13th edition) in 57 categories.
Prof. Prabhu’s comments highlight the importance of AI in various fields of life and how it can revolutionise agriculture, education, natural resource management, and climate change. With India’s talent pool and potential, the country has the opportunity to lead the way in AI development. However, ethical technology use is essential to ensure that technology benefits society as a whole without creating unintended consequences.
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