Artificial Intelligence Will Have Far-Reaching Impacts on Society: CM Dr. Mohan Yadav

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav stated that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to bring about various far-reaching positive and negative social impacts. He highlighted that just as the blessings and curses of science were once discussed during school days, and similar questions were raised about employment during the early days of the computer and internet revolution, today, a wide range of perspectives are emerging about AI as well. As a result, this cutting-edge technology is being viewed both as a blessing and a potential crisis.

Expressing optimism, Dr. Yadav said that AI will ultimately bring positive, long-term societal benefits. He congratulated the Deendayal Research Institute for organizing a seminar on such an important and thought-provoking subject.

The Chief Minister was addressing the inaugural session of the seminar on “The Social Impact of Artificial Intelligence”, organized on Saturday by the Deendayal Upadhyaya Research Institute in New Delhi.

During his address, Dr. Yadav noted that the introduction of AI has sparked concerns about job displacement—much like the fears that arose during the advent of computers. However, just as new jobs were created then, today, AI is also creating new employment opportunities while transforming existing roles.

In particular, he emphasized that fields such as Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence are enabling businesses to develop innovative products and services and enhance operational efficiency. He added that AI is a powerful technology with deep social implications, and it is essential to deliberate on how we can harness it as a boon for society.

The seminar was also addressed by Union Minister of State for Information and Technology Shri Jitin Prasada, NITI Aayog Member Dr. V.K. Saraswat, Secretary General of Deendayal Research Institute Shri Atul Jain, and Director General of RIS Dr. Sachin Chaturvedi. On behalf of the Institute, symbolic mementos were presented to Chief Minister Dr. Yadav and other dignitaries as a mark of respect.