India to emerge superpower by 2047: AICTE Chairman

Srinagar, Oct 15: Chairman, All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Prof T G Sitharam, on Wednesday said India is on course to emerge as a global superpower by 2047, powered by innovation, skill development, and the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

The seminar on ‘AI and The Future of Man-Machine Collaboration’ organised by Aryans Group of Colleges, Chandigarh, was presided over by Chairman, Aryans Group of Colleges, Anshu Kataria.

Prof Sitharam emphasised that “AI for All - empowering minds, transforming lives” must be the guiding principle for the future.

“The power of intelligence should not be confined to machines or a few minds, but shared with every human being to unlock a smarter, fairer, and more inclusive world,” he said. “Nations that will truly lead are those that teach their citizens to think freely, learn continuously, and act ethically.”

Highlighting AICTE’s initiatives such as AI for All, Faculty Development in AI and Data Sciences, and the Smart India Hackathon, Prof Sitharam noted that these programs have proven how large-scale capability building can be achieved with both speed and inclusivity.

Speaking on the occasion, Kataria said, “We are proud to host visionary leaders like Prof Sitharam, whose outlook on an AI-driven India resonates deeply with our mission to prepare students for the future of technology and innovation. At Aryans, we believe education must evolve with time - blending AI, ethics, and creativity to shape responsible global citizens.”