Global IndiaAI Summit 2024 to be inaugurated by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today: Details

The two-day 'Global IndiaAI Summit 2024' is set to take place today from the national capital region on July 3-4 (2024). The summit will be inaugurated by the Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Railways and I&B Ashwini Vaishnaw, the IT Ministry.

Minister of State for Electronics and IT and Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasad will also address the gathering at the event. The summit aims to host a gathering of international delegates, where AI experts and policymakers will be present at the summit.

AI Summit: Day 1

On the first day of the summit, it will have a diverse array of sessions which are designed to delve into critical aspects of AI application and governance in India. Notable sessions will include 'IndiaAI: Large Language Models', and will be exploring on how advanced AI models could navigate India's linguistic diversity while upholding ethical standards.

Concurrently, the 'GPAI Convening on Global Health and AI' will further gather insights into leveraging AI for healthcare in underserved regions, positioning India as a catalyst for inclusive healthcare innovation.

AI Summit: Day 2

The second day will focus on nurturing talent and scaling AI innovations. The session which is titled 'Empowering Talent through AI Education & Skilling' will aim at bridging the AI skills gap by spotlighting educational strategies and career pathways. Simultaneously, 'AI for Global Good: Empowering the Global South' will facilitate dialogues on inclusive AI development, echoing India’s advocacy for equitable global AI access, said the IT Ministry.

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Inputs from IANS