Delivering the 12th Foundation Day Lecture, Agrawal said artificial intelligence is not merely a new technology but a revolutionary force that will shape humanity's future. He noted that AI is expected to bring far-reaching changes across education, healthcare, research and industry, and urged universities to proactively adopt AI-driven tools to improve teaching, learning and research.
Mumbai: Mumbai University celebrated its 170th Foundation Day on Saturday with a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence, research, innovation and industry-oriented education, as Maharashtra Chief Secretary Rajesh Agrawal called on higher educational institutions to embrace AI as a transformative force rather than view it as a challenge.
Delivering the 12th Foundation Day Lecture, Agrawal said artificial intelligence is not merely a new technology but a revolutionary force that will shape humanity's future. He noted that AI is expected to bring far-reaching changes across education, healthcare, research and industry, and urged universities to proactively adopt AI-driven tools to improve teaching, learning and research.
He stressed that AI should be integrated into teaching methods, examinations and the overall learning process to strengthen students' conceptual understanding. Agrawal also highlighted the growing importance of AI, machine learning and high-performance computing in research and urged educational institutions to invest in advanced computational infrastructure.
Pointing out that Mumbai is both the country's financial capital and an emerging hub for artificial intelligence, Agrawal said universities must strengthen partnerships with industry to promote innovation, research and skill development. Such collaborations, he said, would not only improve academic outcomes but also make universities financially stronger and more self-reliant. He expressed confidence that India could emerge as a global leader in knowledge, innovation and technology by effectively leveraging AI for education, research and public welfare.
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