A two day capability constructing program, specializing in “Rising Applied sciences” efficiently concluded right here at this time.
The convention was held beneath the steerage of Minister for Science and Expertise, Data Expertise, Youth Companies and Sports activities, ARI and Trainings, Satish Sharma.
The Minister, whereas talking on the event, emphasised the significance of embracing rising applied sciences to drive ahead the area’s growth and improve the standard of public service supply. He highlighted the essential function of expertise in trendy governance, stating, “As we progress into superior digital period, it’s important that our officers are outfitted with the information and abilities to harness the facility of rising applied sciences for the good thing about our residents.”
He reiterated the dedication of Jammu and Kashmir authorities in the direction of technological empowerment and capability constructing. “This coaching is only one of many steps we’re taking to make sure that our workforce is ready for the digital transformation that’s unfolding throughout the globe,” he added.
Commissioner Secretary, IT Division, Saurabh Bhagat, asserted that IT Division will additional step up efforts to conduct extra such coaching packages in future to herald a brand new period of digital development in J&Okay. He appreciated the contribution of Deputy Secretary, IT Division, who was the nodal officer of this program.
The occasion was organized as a collaborative effort between the Data Expertise Division of Jammu and Kashmir and the Wadhwani Group (a not-for-profit tech organisation working on the convergence of expertise and governance). It was first of its sort capability constructing initiative of IT division that aimed to equip senior authorities officers with information and insights into the most recent developments in expertise, strengthening their capability to successfully make the most of these improvements in governance and administration.
The occasion noticed the participation of over 65 senior JKAS officers from varied authorities departments who underwent a complete coaching program on the implications, purposes and future developments of rising applied sciences, together with Synthetic Intelligence, Machine Studying, Blockchain, and IoT, amongst others.
The convention featured keynote addresses, interactive workshops and hands-on periods, led by Prakash Kumar, CEO Wadhwani Group.
This initiative is anticipated to foster a extra technology-driven, environment friendly and future prepared administration in Jammu and Kashmir, aligning with the federal government’s imaginative and prescient to embrace digital options for affluent and inclusive future.
