Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday emphasized the responsible use of artificial intelligence and the protection of the world against the weaponization of AI by non-state actors. Speaking at the Raise 2020 conference, he said AI has an important role to play in sectors such as agriculture, creating next-generation urban infrastructure and strengthening disaster management systems.
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the largest virtual world summit ‘Raise 2020’ via video conference. He said: “Artificial intelligence is a tribute to the power of human intelligence. In every step of history, India has led the world in knowledge and learning.”
“It remains our collective responsibility to ensure trust in how AI is used. Algorithm transparency is key to establishing this trust. Equally important is accountability. We must protect the world against the use of AI as a weapon by non-state actors, “he said. Prime Minister Modi said that India has experienced that technology has improved transparency and service delivery. “AI teaming with humans can do wonders for our planet.”
“We want India to become a global hub for AI. Many Indians are already working on this. I hope that many more will do so in the times to come,” he said.
The prime minister said that India has recently adopted the National Education Policy 2020, which focuses on technology-based learning and skills as an important part of education. The e-courses will also be developed in various regional languages and dialects, he said.
A National Educational Technology Forum is forming to create an e-education unit to boost digital infrastructure, digital content and capacity, he said. “We launched the ‘Responsible AI for Youth’ program this year in April. Under this program, more than 11,000 school students completed the basic course. Now they are building their AI projects,” she said.
“As we talk about AI, let us have no doubt that human creativity and human emotions remain our greatest strength. They are our unique advantage over machines,” added PM Modi.
He said: “Raise 2020 is a great effort to foster the debate on Artificial Intelligence. You have all rightly highlighted the aspects related to technology and human empowerment.”
“We are home to the world’s largest unique identification system, Aadhaar. We also have the world’s most innovative digital payment system, UPI. This has enabled access to digital services, including financial services such as direct cash transfer to customers. poor, “he said.
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“Our approach to this is driven by the core principle of teamwork, trust, collaboration, responsibility, and inclusion. As we discuss AI, let us have no doubt that human creativity and human emotions continue to be our greatest. strength. They are our only advantage over machines, “said the prime minister.
“Can we have a system that provides an analytical report on the fitness of each child? This would open doors of opportunity for many young people. This human resource mapping will have lasting benefits in governance and business. AI can play an important role in empowering agriculture, healthcare and education and creating next-generation urban infrastructure while tackling urban issues like reducing traffic jams, improving the sewage system and laying down our power grids, “he added.
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