Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], February 11 (HBTV): India stands prepared to lead the world through the integration of artificial intelligence and healthcare advancements, marking a significant transition for the nation, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said.
Speaking at the AI and Health Innovation Summit, the Chief Minister said discussions on AI’s impact represent the next step toward a ‘New India’.
He said, ‘The new AI Impact Summit, which is being discussed across India and globally, represents the next step for a New India. An India ready to lead the world.’
Adityanath noted that this global initiative is being reflected through various developmental works undertaken in Uttar Pradesh to address the demands of a growing population.
Highlighting the need for technological intervention in the healthcare sector, he recalled the condition of public services in 2017 and said corruption and public grievances were widespread at the time.
He said, ‘Within the state, we worked to bring about a complete transformation in the entire system. I am grateful that when we began this work in 2017, one could estimate the extent of corruption; it was enormous. Public grievances were also very high. There were around 80,000 fair price shops in Uttar Pradesh, and before becoming Chief Minister, I had closely observed this mismanagement.’
Referring to future technological milestones, the Chief Minister mentioned the upcoming AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled for February 2026 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The summit aims to bring together stakeholders from various sectors related to artificial intelligence.
He said, ‘As discussed by our Union Minister Jitin Prasada, in February 2026, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the upcoming AI Impact Summit 2026 aims to bring together stakeholders from various sectors related to AI. The goal is to create awareness among the general public as well as state governments about AI, particularly in healthcare.’
Reflecting on healthcare developments, Adityanath outlined progress in medical infrastructure and disease control. He said ICU capacity was increased across all districts during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring comprehensive medical facilities are now available in every district.
He added, ‘During COVID-19, we increased ICU beds in all districts. Today, a wide range of medical facilities are available in every district. Previously, deaths from encephalitis occurred in 38 districts of the state; every year, 1,200 to 1,500 children died from encephalitis. Today, deaths from encephalitis are zero.’
(ANI)