In the race toward ‘Viksit Bharat 2047,’ artificial intelligence stands as a cornerstone, but political and insurgent interferences pose real risks, warns Binay Kumar Singh. The Research Foundation director, in a candid exchange, extolled AI’s profound influence on national development, far exceeding articulation.
Singh pulled no punches on Naxalism’s role as a development blocker, intent on crisis creation. ‘No hesitation in saying this,’ he stated, backing the government’s eradication drive. A civilized nation, he posited, rejects such disruptions outright.
Equally concerning are urban political stunts, exemplified by Congress activists’ AI summit blockade. Intended to score points and bruise India’s reputation overseas, the protests drew universal ire. Rahul Gandhi’s glorification of participants as ‘babbar shers’ amplified the folly. Singh suggested an apology could have redeemed the situation, enhancing Gandhi’s respect.
A coalition of academics formalized the criticism via a joint communique, labeling the tactics deplorable and harmful to India’s stature. Singh reiterated: AI venues must remain apolitical arenas. Congress’s ploy to politicize them is intolerable.
As AI gears up to fast-track India’s evolution, unity against saboteurs is essential. The protests’ backlash underscores a maturing public discourse prioritizing tech over partisanship. Safeguarding these platforms ensures the 2047 dream materializes unhindered.