New Delhi: In a significant move to leverage technology for the advancement of civil aviation and governance, Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Shri Rammohan Naidu, engaged in detailed discussions with prominent leaders from YouTube and Google today. The meeting, held in New Delhi, included YouTube Global Head Mr. Neel Mohan, Google Asia Pacific Region Head Mr. Sanjay Gupta, Managing Director of Government Affairs Sreenivas Reddy, and Global Vice President for YouTube Government Affairs Lesslie Miller.
The discussions centered on the advancing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance and the exploration of innovative Google solutions that can enhance efficiency and transparency in the civil aviation sector. Shri Rammohan Naidu emphasized the transformative potential of AI to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
“The integration of AI and technology in governance and civil aviation holds immense potential. By working together with tech giants like YouTube and Google, we can create a more efficient, informed, and innovative aviation sector that benefits all,” stated Rammohan Naidu, expressing his optimism about the positive outcomes of this collaboration.
YouTube Global Head, Mr. Neel Mohan, highlighted YouTube’s role in educating and entertaining billions worldwide through its expansive content creation capacity. He underscored the importance of creating impactful content that drives awareness and knowledge across various sectors.
Shri Rammohan Naidu utilized this opportunity to request YouTube’s collaboration in spreading more awareness and knowledge about civil aviation. He envisioned a partnership where YouTube could play a pivotal role in educating the public about the intricacies and advancements within the aviation sector, thereby fostering a more informed and engaged audience.
Furthermore, the Union Minister urged Google to explore collaboration opportunities for aviation-related startups. He highlighted the challenges faced by the aviation industry and sought Google’s expertise in developing innovative solutions to address these problems. The potential partnership aims to support startups that can contribute to the growth and development of the aviation sector through cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches.
The meeting concluded with a mutual agreement to explore these collaboration opportunities further and to work towards implementing innovative solutions that can drive the future of civil aviation and governance.