India said artificial intelligence, if properly utilized, can create enormous prosperity and opportunities, stressing the need to ensure that AI systems are not abused, and stating that advances in digital superintelligence can coexist with humanity. emphasized that it must
Speaking at the special event “Artificial Intelligence for Social Justice”, Ruchira Kamboji, Permanent Representative of India’s Ambassador to the United Nations, said AI, if properly utilized, would create enormous prosperity and opportunities, making people much more productive and efficient. He emphasized that it could lead to economic benefits.
The event was hosted by the United Nations Permanent Mission to India in partnership with the NGO Human Horizon Foundation at United Nations Headquarters to mark the 132nd birth anniversary of Dr. BR Ambedkar here on Friday.
Kamboji quoted Ambedkar saying, “We are Indians first and last.”
She stressed that the father of the Indian constitution, regardless of caste, religion or social status, should be treated equally and enjoy equal rights and opportunities.
“And the Indian government’s motto, ‘Sabkha Sat, Sabkha Vikas,’ emphasizes that society should give everyone an equal chance to succeed, regardless of background or circumstance.” Goals (SDGs) beckon in September 2023. The international community needs to accelerate the SDGs to ensure social and economic development for all.
“So how can AI advance social justice? How can AI overcome barriers and create opportunities for all,” she said.
“As with any technology, we need to take the necessary steps and put in place appropriate safeguards to ensure that AI systems are not misused or lead to prejudices that lead to discrimination. Advances in digital superintelligence must live symbiotically with humanity,” added Kamboji.
Amandeep Singh Gil, the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Technology, described Ambedkar as a “powerful symbol” and a “torch” of the fight for equity and justice for the oppressed not only in India but across the subcontinent. It was described as a bearer.
He argued that much has been achieved since the time of Babasaheb through wise policies, affirmative action and community mobilization in the fight against injustice, bigotry, hatred and discrimination, but change must take place not only in India but everywhere. He pointed out that there are still many things that need to be done.
“There is prejudice, injustice, discrimination and exploitation in the analog world. And what we do and build in the digital world is inseparable from the digital world. When we use data that reflects the injustice, bigotry and hate that exist in the world, we just perpetuate it,” Gill said.
He argues that if digital systems are well-designed, focused on responsible AI, and based on non-discriminatory and unbiased data, “perhaps we can use them as tools to build social justice. ‘ added. AI for good, which also leverages the United Nations system, has many possibilities.
He works with chili farmers in eastern India, using the latest AI tools to help farmers and extension workers improve agricultural productivity, and a team using AI to support the health system in northern India. gave an example.
“These great applications don’t happen in isolation. All of these areas require investment.
Only then can we truly realize the potential of AI,” he said. Kamboj also emphasized that India’s efforts to use AI for social empowerment “gave us the idea of using AI in the fields of agriculture, healthcare and education.” . The Indian government has created an AI algorithm to predict agricultural yields, helping farmers make more informed decisions about their crops and reducing potential losses. She added that this has helped improve the financial situation of farmers and promote social justice in the agricultural industry. .
On the healthcare frontier, AI is being employed to help diagnose and treat diseases in underserved areas of India. She cites the example of her eSanjeevani scheme, launched in 2019, which aims to provide healthcare services to people in rural and remote areas of India with limited access to healthcare.
She pointed out that the Indian government has launched a number of programs to use AI to educate marginalized people.
The government has developed the ‘Diksha’ portal as a project to provide digital education to public school students across the country. Singapore’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Burhan Gafoor, said Ambedkar was a “visionary” and that his philosophy was reflected in the Sustainable Development Goals. The principles of social justice, inclusivity and fairness.
Mr. Ghafoor paid tribute to India’s leadership and achievements in the field of technology and AI.
Noting that India has the highest number of people with AI skills, Ghafoor said there are several countries in the world that can learn from India.
“Certainly, we in Singapore are working very closely with India to not only learn from India’s experience, but we are also working in small ways to share our own experience,” he said. .
He stressed that the starting point for AI should be people’s well-being. “It has to be human-centered. Of course, that is implied by the concept of social justice,” he added, adding that AI as a means does not lead to people’s well-being by chance or accident. I was.
“It has to be intentional. It has to be intentional. That’s where the government has a role to play.”
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