AI Vision Conclave 2024: Uttar Pradesh Shaping the Future with Artificial Intelligence

In alignment with the Government of India’s strategic vision for artificial intelligence (AI) and technological advancement, the Government of Uttar Pradesh is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative to establish the country’s first AI City in Lucknow. This pioneering project aims to cultivate a vibrant AI ecosystem and position Uttar Pradesh as a leading technology hub in the nation.

Building on the success of previous Vision Conclaves, the AI Vision Conclave 2024 is set to drive this ambitious agenda forward by bringing together key stakeholders to discuss, innovate, and integrate AI solutions into public and private sectors.

To underline the transformative potential of AI in modernizing government operations and enhancing the state’s technological trajectory, ETGovernment – The Economic Times, in association with the IT & Electronics Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, is organizing the 3rd edition of the AI Conference Uttar Pradesh on December 13, 2024, in Lucknow.

Transforming Uttar Pradesh into an AI Hub

The Uttar Pradesh Event Conclave will emphasize the state’s journey towards becoming an “Emerging Hub for AI in India.” The event will provide a platform to discuss the potential of AI in revolutionizing governance, education, skill development, and innovation while navigating safe and effective deployment frameworks.

Distinguished Speakers at the Conference

The conference will feature prominent thought leaders, government officials, and AI experts, including:

Keynote Speakers:

• Dr. R.S. Sharma – Chairperson, ONDC
• Amitabh Kant – G20 Sherpa, Government of India
• S. Krishnan – Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India

Programme Chair:

• Anil Kumar Sagar – Principal Secretary, IT & Electronics Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh

Other Esteemed Speakers Include:

• Monika S Garg – Agriculture Production Commissioner & Additional Chief Secretary, Minority Development & Muslim Waqf Department, Uttar Pradesh
• Sanjay Dubey – Additional Chief Secretary, Science & Technology Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh
• Abhishek Singh – Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology & CEO, IndiaAI Mission
• Parrag Jaiin Nainutia – Principal Secretary (IT), Chairman – MahaIT, Government of Maharashtra
• Akash Tripathi – CEO, MyGov & MD & CEO, DIC, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology
• Mahaveer Singhvi – Joint Secretary, NEST Division, Ministry of External Affairs
• Dr. Rashmi Singh – Commissioner & Secretary, Higher Education, Hospitality & Protocol Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir
• G.S. Naveen Kumar – Secretary, Irrigation & Water Resources Department, Uttar Pradesh
• Ravi Ranjan – Managing Director, Uttar Pradesh Electronics Corporation Limited
• Neha Jain – Special Secretary, IT & Electronics Department, Uttar Pradesh; MD, UPDESCO & State Coordinator, CeG
• Dr. Neil Jain – Assistant Director General (ADG), NADT, Regional Centre, Lucknow
• Maya Sherman – Innovation Attaché, Embassy of Israel in India; AI Expert, GPAI-OECD
• Dr. Buddha Chandrasekhar – Chief Coordinating Officer, AICTE, Ministry of Education
• Abdul Ekram – Trade and Investment Commissioner, South Asia, Australian Trade and Investment Commission
• Dr. Ekta Kapoor – Head, Frontier and Futuristic Technologies Division, DST, Government of India
• Murugan K – Joint Director (IT) cum CISO, Director (Delhi eGov Society)
• Aakrit Vaish – Advisor, IndiaAI Mission, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology
• Pratyush Kumar – Co-Founder, Sarvam AI
• Gaurav Goel – Founder & CEO, Samagra

Key Topics to Be Discussed at AI Vision Conclave 2024

1. Uttar Pradesh’s AI Vision and AI City Project
2. Transforming Governance: The Role of AI in Public Sector Modernization
3. Innovative AI Solutions: From Startups to Established Enterprises
4. Building the Future Workforce: Education and Skill Development in AI
5. Navigating AI Policy: Frameworks for Safe and Effective AI Deployment

A Vision Backed by the IndiaAI Mission

In March 2024, the Government of India approved the IndiaAI Mission with an allocation of ₹10,732 crore to establish robust computing infrastructure, develop AI centers for multi-modal LLMs, and procure 10,000 GPUs. The Uttar Pradesh government is aligning its vision with this national agenda by positioning its cities as AI and IT hubs.

Who Should Attend

The conference invites a wide array of participants, including:

• Government Officials and Policymakers
• AI and Technology Experts
• Academic and Research Institutions
• Industry Leaders and Innovators
• Startups and Entrepreneurs
• Investors and Venture Capitalists

With the establishment of India’s first AI City and the hosting of the AI Vision Conclave 2024, Uttar Pradesh is setting a benchmark for technological innovation in India. This initiative not only underscores the state’s commitment to fostering an AI-driven future but also opens avenues for collaborative advancements across industries and sectors.