AI to Self-Reliant India: Scientists Share Vision at Noida Conclave

• 'Sciestra Day 2026' at JSS University, Noida, brought together scientists, researchers, and students to discuss modern technology, AI, and a self-reliant India.
• Nuclear scientist Dr. A. P. Jayaraman emphasized science education, India's knowledge economy strength, and unique AI utilization, advocating for 'Faithful Innovation'.
• Former ISRO scientist Prof. Deepak Singh highlighted space science; both stressed science as a social responsibility and the need for data-driven, societal-needs-connected research.
• A 'Science Communicators Panel Discussion' underscored the crucial need to convey laboratory research to the general public in the digital age.
• Sciestra, founded by Akhil Tripathi and Vivek Dwivedi, has connected over 5 lakh students with research, aiming to bridge industry-academia gaps for meaningful careers.