Prof. Prabhu emphasized the importance of aligning education with technology, stating that existing curricula must be updated to meet the demands of reality. He also stressed on the importance of education in the advancement of AI, a rapidly evolving field.
He noted that the benefits of AI could be seen in a variety of fields, including agriculture, where AI could assist farmers in determining where and how to grow crops and when to use water, adding value to the soil and establishing the entire value chain. Furthermore, AI could be used in natural resource management, potentially reducing climate change.
Prof. Prabhu believes that India has a wealth of incredible talent and the potential to harness technology, but he emphasizes the importance of ethical technology use to avoid creating "monsters in the name of technology."
IDS is India's largest and oldest digital conference, with over 150 speakers in over 60 sessions, including policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and experts. Over 500 digital brands are represented, and over 3,000 delegates attend the summit.
The event concludes with the announcement of the prestigious India Digital Awards (13th edition) winners in 57 categories. Prof. Prabhu's remarks highlight the importance of AI in a variety of fields, including agriculture, education, natural resource management, and climate change. With its talent pool and potential, India has the potential to lead the way in AI development.
However, ethical technology usage is required to ensure that technology benefits society as a whole while avoiding unintended consequences.
