IIM Udaipur's Digital Conclave Spotlights AI and Tech-Led Growth in India
Event summary
- IIM Udaipur hosted the third edition of D'Future: India Digital Conclave on February 2, 2026, in Hyderabad.
- The event brought together leaders from government, academia, industry, startups, and sports to discuss technology-led growth and resilience.
- Prof. Ramayya Krishnan from Carnegie Mellon University emphasized AI's role in enabling conversational fluidity across languages and its potential economic impact.
- Kamlesh Gosai from the Ministry of Railways shared insights into the GatiShakti program and Tech Vision 2035 roadmap, highlighting AI-enabled optimization of freight and passenger movement.
The big picture
IIM Udaipur's Digital Conclave underscores the growing importance of technology-led growth in India, particularly through AI and digital infrastructure. The event highlights the need for collaboration between government, academia, and industry to drive economic development and societal resilience. With a focus on AI governance and workforce adaptation, the conclave reflects broader trends in digital transformation and technological innovation.
What we're watching
- AI Integration
- How the integration of AI in various sectors will drive economic growth and societal benefits.
- Government Collaboration
- Whether the collaboration between government and independent entities can sustain technology-led development.
- Workforce Adaptation
- The pace at which workforce adaptation and upskilling will occur in an AI-driven future.
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