India, as per Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, is prepared to expand its global involvement in Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven climate initiatives. Dr. Singh highlighted the necessity for international collaboration in addressing climate change, emphasizing that no single nation can tackle the issue alone. Speaking at the Technology and Innovation Conclave 2.0, he underscored India’s shift towards contributing innovative solutions to global climate and technology challenges.
Moreover, Dr. Singh pointed out that India’s diverse geography provides a unique advantage for studying climate impacts and devising adaptable solutions that can benefit other nations. He also connected AI with India’s technological advancement, mentioning the country’s early strides in areas like quantum technologies, with the launch of a national quantum mission.
Artificial intelligence, Dr. Singh noted, plays a crucial role in climate data analysis, disaster prediction, and resource management. He cited examples of AI applications in disaster response, environmental monitoring, healthcare diagnostics, and drug trials, highlighting the technology’s ability to enhance speed and precision in various sectors.
Dr. Singh cautioned against the indiscriminate use of AI, stressing the importance of combining artificial intelligence with human judgement, institutional cooperation, and global partnerships to effectively address climate change and bolster resilience against extreme weather events. He emphasized the necessity of employing hybrid models that integrate AI with human oversight, judgement, and empathy, emphasizing that technology should complement human responsibility rather than replace it.
