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Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Education minister urges mass AI literacy and indigenous innovation at CPRG's meet
NEW DELHI: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan , on Wednesday, while speaking at the 'PadhAI: Conclave on AI in Education', organised by the Centre of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG), said that AI was both inevitable and essential. "Just like the internet, AI has become a basic necessity," Pradhan said. Speaking at the Conclave, Pradhan shared his thoughts on AI's transformative potential in reshaping the Indian education system. Pradhan said that there are hardly any higher education institutions in India where AI is not discussed. He described AI as both inevitable and essential: "Just like the internet, AI has become a basic necessity." The Union Minister added that increasing access to technology has created a highway of empowerment in students' lives. He expressed optimism that India could effectively leverage AI, and said, "India's human intelligence has the power to transform any emerging technology into an indigenous innovation." Pradhan shared the policy action required to prepare for the technological change, outlining efforts to build mass-scale AI literacy and support innovation in AI. Pradhan commended the Centre of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) for hosting this timely and much-needed policy dialogue. Chamu Krishna Shastri, Chairman of the Bharatiya Bhasha Samiti, Ministry of Education, also addressed the Padh AI Conclave and said there is a critical need to strengthen the role of Indian languages in the AI ecosystem. He added that AI should be purposeful and contextual. Padh AI Conclave, spread over two days, brought forward diverse insights on the role of AI in shaping the future of Indian education. Speakers examined how AI is expanding learning beyond classrooms, transforming higher education, and the bottlenecks in the existing institutions. CPRG is a policy research think tank that aims to promote responsive and participatory policy-making. As an Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)-recognised institution, it has established itself as a leading voice in technology policy through its 'Future of Society' initiative. Ready to empower your child for the AI era? Join our program now! Hurry, only a few seats left.
India Gazette
6 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Just like the internet, AI has become a basic necessity": Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, on Wednesday, while speaking at the 'PadhAI: Conclave on AI in Education', organised by the Centre of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG), said that AI was both inevitable and essential. 'Just like the internet, AI has become a basic necessity,' Pradhan said. Speaking at the Conclave, Pradhan shared his thoughts on AI's transformative potential in reshaping the Indian education system. Pradhan said that there are hardly any higher education institutions in India where AI is not discussed. He described AI as both inevitable and essential: 'Just like the internet, AI has become a basic necessity.' The Union Minister added that increasing access to technology has created a highway of empowerment in students' lives. He expressed optimism that India could effectively leverage AI, and said, 'India's human intelligence has the power to transform any emerging technology into an indigenous innovation.' Pradhan shared the policy action required to prepare for the technological change, outlining efforts to build mass-scale AI literacy and support innovation in AI. Pradhan commended the Centre of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) for hosting this timely and much-needed policy dialogue. Chamu Krishna Shastri, Chairman of the Bharatiya Bhasha Samiti, Ministry of Education, also addressed the Padh AI Conclave and said there is a critical need to strengthen the role of Indian languages in the AI ecosystem. He added that AI should be purposeful and contextual. Padh AI Conclave, spread over two days, brought forward diverse insights on the role of AI in shaping the future of Indian education. Speakers examined how AI is expanding learning beyond classrooms, transforming higher education, and the bottlenecks in the existing institutions. CPRG is a policy research think tank that aims to promote responsive and participatory policy-making. As an Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)-recognised institution, it has established itself as a leading voice in technology policy through its 'Future of Society' initiative. (ANI)
India Gazette
6 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Let us make the future of AI, the future of aspirational India: MoS Jitin Prasada
New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry and Electronics and Information Technology Jitin Prasada on Tuesday spoke at the 'Padh AI: Conclave on AI in Education', organised by the Center of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG), and said that Let us make the future of AI the future of aspirational India. Jitin Prasada, Union Minister of State, said, 'Our government's intent is very clear: AI is for all. It cuts across government and society. We must ensure India leads not just in talent, but in conscience and compassion, producing AI that is inclusive and self-reliant.' Speaking with ANI on Artificial Intelligence, Union Minister Jitin Prasada says, 'PM Modi's resolve is 'AI for all'. PM wants to democratise technology and not limit it to the elite. We are trying to ensure that GPUs supporting AI are provided in India at the lowest price so people can innovate and bring new ideas...' He also appreciated CPRG for its leadership and global presence, especially its participation at the Paris AI Action Summit 2025 and the 2024 GPAI Summit in Serbia. The inaugural session was graced by Ashish Sood, Delhi's Minister of Education. 'Our vision for Delhi is clear: AI is for all. It is about using technology to democratise education, break barriers, and create opportunities for all students,' he said. Emphasising Delhi's commitment to inclusive learning, he highlighted the need for AI to support, not replace, human intervention in classrooms. The first day of the Padh AI Conclave featured two engaging sessions. The first was titled 'Learning Beyond Classrooms,' brought together Madan Mohan Tripathi, Director General, NIELIT; Charu Malhotra, Co-Founder, Primus Partners; and Jagadish Babu, COO, EkStep Foundation. The discussion explored how AI is enabling personalised and adaptive learning, experimental education models, and inclusive digital access, with a strong emphasis on governance and safe learning environments. The Conclave led the way to meaningful dialogue on innovative AI-driven solutions that enhance pedagogy and promote an adaptive, inclusive, and future-ready education system. (ANI)
