In an initiative to set new benchmarks in the domain of artificial intelligence (AI), the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is all set to host the first edition of Global IndiaAI 2023 conference this October. This event will witness participation from leading AI players, researchers, startups, and investors in India and worldwide.
The conference will cover a wide spectrum of topics, including Next Generation Learning and Foundational AI models, AI’s applications in healthcare, governance, and next-gen electric vehicles, future AI research trends, AI computing systems, investment opportunities, and nurturing AI talent.
“Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Electronics & IT, Rajeev Chandrasekhar chairs the conference’s steering committee which is entrusted with the task of shaping the contours of the Global IndiaAI 2023,” said the Ministry. Further, it also includes members from MeitY’s Digital Economy Advisory group and other prominent leaders in the field of AI.
Union Minister Chandrasekhar emphasised that the government’s vision is to gather the world’s best and brightest minds under one roof to deliberate the future of AI and its impact in several sectors.
“The Global IndiaAI 2023 conference is tentatively planned for October 14/15 and it will bring together the best and brightest in AI from India and around the world,” said the Minister. Further, he added that the Global IndiaAI summit will also catalyse India’s AI landscape and innovation ecosystem.
Beyond an intellectual exchange, the conference will serve as a showcase for India’s booming AI ecosystem, spotlighting key initiatives such as DI Bhashini, India Datasets Program, IndiaAI Futuredesign program for startups, and IndiaAI FutureSkills program dedicated to nurturing world-class AI talent.
“What makes India so attractive for AI is its diversity of it. Our diversity will be an addition to the quality of data sets for any large language model or any AI learning model,” asserted the Minister.