International Conference on AAIIC begins at Shoolini University

Solan, July 11
An International Conference on Applied Artificial Intelligence and Innovation (AAIIC), organised by Yogananda School of AI, Computers, and Data Sciences (YSAICDS), began at Shoolini University today.
The two-day conference has brought together experts from academia and industry around the world to discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Dr. Piyush Sewal, Assistant Professor at YSAICDS, opened the event by welcoming all dignitaries, speakers, and participants. Prof. Virender Rihani, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, began the proceedings with an address highlighting the growing importance of AI in both industry and education.
Chancellor and Chief Patron of AAIIC 2025, Prof. P.K. Khosla, said in his inaugural speech that AI is in high demand across sectors and that this conference offers a global platform for experts to work together on real-world problems using AI technologies.
Vice Chancellor, Shoolini University, Prof. Atul Khosla, said the conference promotes an interdisciplinary approach to AI, combining technology, science, and societal needs. He added that AI is central to many activities at Shoolini University, and the institution is making strong progress in developing AI-based solutions for India and beyond.
Prof. Ashish Khosla, Director of Innovation and Learning at Shoolini University, and Patron of AAIIC 2025, said that Shoolini is creating a space where researchers, industry professionals, and students can work together on meaningful AI projects.
Dr. Manju Khari, Professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University and Theme Chair of the conference, explained the main goals and collaborative nature of AAIIC 2025. She was joined by Prof. K.K. Patel from Charotar University of Science and Technology, who also serves as a theme chair. Both spoke about the need for teamwork in AI research and development.
Several keynote speakers from different countries shared their insights during the conference. These included Dr. Sanjay Misra (Universidad de Alcala, Norway), Dr. Shailendra Rathore (Abertay University, UK), Dr. Yerzhan Kerimbekov (Zhanibekov University, Kazakhstan), Dr. Laura Baitokayeva (Nazarbayev Intellectual School, Kazakhstan), and Dr. Tomáš Čech (Palacký University, Czech Republic). They spoke on various applications of AI, including energy, education, ethics, and system design.
Industry leaders from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Mr. Apoorv Aggarwal and Mr. Rajit Sikka, also spoke on the role of AI in business. Their sessions focused on how AI is currently being used in areas like automation, manufacturing, and enterprise systems.
The event has been organised by Prof. Pankaj Vaidya and Dr. Gaurav Gupta, who have played a key role in planning and organising the conference. AAIIC 2025 will continue tomorrow with more sessions and discussions on current and future developments in Artificial Intelligence.