Marking a decisive step towards embedding AI into Punjab’s education ecosystem, the two-day National-Level Conference on artificial intelligence (AI), organised by the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB), concluded on Saturday, with hands-on workshops by Google and Intel.Bringing together policymakers, educators, and technology leaders, the conference served as a collaborative platform to chart a responsible roadmap for AI in classrooms- focused on enhancing learning quality, expanding access, and preparing students as creators, not just consumers, of technology.PSEB chairman Dr Amarpal Singh emphasised the ethical use of AI, saying it can be leveraged to enhance learners’ creativity and problem-solving skills.He encouraged students to use AI responsibly and within a clear legal and ethical framework, ensuring that technology enhances learning without compromising core values.A session led by Google, spotlighted AI’s transformative role in education, with a strong focus on sensitisation and awareness-building. The discussions underscored that key stakeholders across the academic ecosystem, from teachers to administrators, are already engaging with and adopting AI-driven approaches, signalling strong readiness for this transition.A major highlight of the conference was Intel’s hands-on workshop on “AI in the Workplace,” which drew enthusiastic participation from over 112 attendees.The session delivered practical training on deploying AI tools within a government framework, with strong emphasis on data privacy, responsible usage, and safeguards to prevent inadvertent sharing of organisation-specific or sensitive information.Another key workshop “AI in Schools for School Leaders”, conducted by IKG PTU, was tailored for principals and school heads. It focused on integrating AI tools into institutional leadership and academic management, while underscoring the critical need to identify AI-generated content for equipping schools to uphold academic integrity in an AI-enabled environment.A student-focused workshop “AI in Education”, conducted by Neeev AI, imparted hands-on skills in AI-based applications. The session introduced students to practical use cases and fostered early, foundational understanding of AI, encouraging them to experiment responsibly with emerging tools.The chairman said students were also sensitised on how AI tools are developed, the processes behind them, and the diverse skill sets required to build such technologies.The exposure deepened their understanding and inspired many to explore future pathways in AI and other emerging fields. Notably, the most enthusiastic participation came from Punjab’s students, whose curiosity, adaptability and eagerness to engage with emerging technologies highlighted the immense potential for AI-driven learning in the years ahead.Dr Singh expressed appreciation for Elix Events for ensuring the smooth conduct of the two-day conference.