IT & HRD Minister Nara Lokesh said he was shocked and dismayed by the disruption caused by the Youth Congress at the AI Summit in New Delhi on February 20.

In a social media post on Saturday, Mr. Lokesh said the summit was a global platform meant to showcase India’s growing leadership as an emerging AI superpower.

Jagan condemns Youth Congress protests at AI Summit

He stated that turning such a prestigious international event into a political spectacle diminished the collective standing of the people of India before the world.

“India deserves better. Let us rise above petty politics and focus on nation-building through innovation and excellence,” he added.