Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendra Singh, today said that India is prepared to play a larger global role in Artificial Intelligence (AI)-led climate action, while cautioning that AI must be deployed responsibly, alongside human judgement, institutional cooperation and strong global partnerships.

Addressing the Technology and Innovation Conclave 2.0 at Prithvi Bhawan, New Delhi, organised jointly by the Asian and Pacific Centre for Transfer of Technology (APCTT) of the UN ESCAP and the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), the Minister emphasised that climate change is “too serious a subject to be left to one nation alone” and requires collective action across borders.

The conclave, themed “AI for Climate Action and Resilience,” brought together senior Indian officials, United Nations representatives, innovators, startups and researchers, highlighting the growing convergence between national science priorities and global climate goals. The programme included startup showcases, a high-level inaugural session and an exhibition of innovations addressing climate and resilience challenges.