Garhwal Post Bureau
Dehradun, 24 Oct: Experts at Graphic Era emphasized that the true success of AI lies not in replacing human intelligence but in strengthening it. The combination of human creativity and AI’s analytical capabilities can make technological development more effective and beneficial to society.
The three-day international conference on Automation and Computation, ‘AUTOCOM–2026’, concluded at Graphic Era Hill University. Addressing the valedictory ceremony as the chief guest, Prof Dr DK Lobiyal of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) said that with the rapid advancement of AI, it is essential to understand how machine capabilities and human intelligence can complement each other. AI is effective in analyzing information and identifying patterns, but human emotions, ethical judgment, an understanding of social situations, and responsible decision-making continue to hold special importance in technological development.
Vice-Chancellor Dr Tabassum Naqvi said that the integration of AI with automation and computation is accelerating advancements in smart education, healthcare, and research. She emphasized that alongside developing future technologies, it is equally important to equip young people with an understanding of AI’s capabilities, limitations, and responsible use.
Scientist at DEAL, DRDO, Dr Rakesh Bhardwaj explained the functioning and applications of Digital Twin Reference Architectures in the defence sector. He highlighted how this technology can help assess the performance of defence systems, identify potential challenges, and strengthen technological capabilities.
The international conference was organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering of Graphic Era Hill University. Conveners Dr Vikrant Sharma and Dr. Amit Gupta, Purushottam Das, other faculty members, and students were also present.
