CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence (ICAI-2026) concluded grandly at Scope Global Skills University, Bhopal, the first skills university in Central India. During the valedictory session, AI expert Vaibhav Sisinty delivered a keynote address on the theme “How to Win the AI Race.” The session also marked the formal launch of the competitions for Navonmesh 2026.
Distinguished guests present at the closing session included R. P. Dubey, Vice-Chancellor of Rabindranath Tagore University; Amitabh Saxena, Executive Director of ITDPR; S. K. Jain, Vice-Chancellor of Barkatullah University; Siddharth Chaturvedi, Chancellor of Scope Global Skills University; and Vijay Singh, Vice-Chancellor of the university.
During the session, Amitabh Saxena highlighted the journey of technological development, tracing the evolution from early computing systems to the advanced era of modern artificial intelligence. S. K. Jain emphasized the importance of deep learning and multidisciplinary learning in making the teaching-learning process more effective. Siddharth Chaturvedi described international conferences like ICAI as a crucial bridge between education, research, and industry, while underlining the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future. Vijay Singh stated that AI is rapidly transforming multiple sectors and that universities must connect students with emerging technologies and research opportunities.
The conference featured demonstrations of 12 AI tools, 21 poster presentations, and around 400 research presentations, out of which six best research papers were awarded special recognition.
In his keynote session, Vaibhav Sisinty outlined four key steps to becoming an “AI-native fresher.” These include Fluency (experimenting with AI tools), Orchestration (solving new problems using AI), Build (creating small applications or software), and Document (content creation and knowledge sharing). He explained that by continuously learning and experimenting, an AI-native fresher can develop skills equivalent to three mid-level employees.
Sisinty encouraged young people to embrace AI, develop creative thinking, and move ahead in global competition. His message was clear: learning technology alone is not enough; consistent experimentation, continuous learning, and strong problem-solving skills are the real keys to success.
