In a significant push to modernize Ludhiana's industrial sector, the Chamber of Industrial & Commercial Undertakings (CICU) recently conducted a special free training session focused on Artificial Intelligence. The two-hour hands-on programme was designed to give local industry professionals direct, practical experience with AI and data tools, moving beyond theoretical knowledge.
Bridging the Gap Between AI Theory and Industrial Practice
The session was held at the CICU's own in-house AI laboratory, a facility dedicated to fostering technological adoption. The core objective was clear: to help participants understand how cutting-edge AI technologies can be directly and effectively applied within real industrial settings to solve everyday problems.
Dr Puneet Malhotra served as the expert resource person for this initiative. He didn't just lecture; he provided live demonstrations of various AI and data-driven tools, making the technology accessible. His presentation was grounded in reality, highlighting tangible industrial use cases and sharing practical, actionable strategies for implementing AI solutions in manufacturing and commercial operations.
Sparking Immediate Interest and Future Plans
The response from attendees was overwhelmingly positive. Participants reported that the training provided them with valuable practical exposure, a commodity often missing in standard tech seminars. The session successfully generated strong interest in adopting such technologies within their own organisations, with professionals seeing clear pathways to enhance efficiency, boost productivity, and improve data-driven decision-making.
A telling indicator of the programme's impact was the immediate follow-up interest. CICU members noted that many attendees expressed a desire to enroll in more advanced AI courses offered by the CICU AI Lab. This points to a rapidly growing and concrete demand for AI-related skill development within Punjab's robust industrial sector.
Leadership Advocates for AI Adoption to Stay Competitive
On the occasion, CICU president Upkar Singh Ahuja addressed the participants, encouraging them to actively and thoughtfully incorporate AI technologies into their industrial processes. He emphasized that this adoption is not merely an option but a necessity for businesses aiming to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
President Ahuja reiterated the chamber's commitment to supporting its members through continuous initiatives in skill development, innovation, and technology adoption. This training session stands as a direct example of that commitment, positioning CICU as a key facilitator in Ludhiana's industrial digital transformation journey.
