Artificial intelligence is transforming agriculture and healthcare in Jammu and Kashmir, positioning the region as a rising hub for innovation.
February 25, Srinagar: Kashmir is rapidly emerging as a regional center for artificial intelligence-driven innovation, with adoption accelerating across education, agriculture, and healthcare.
From apple orchards to advanced hospital laboratories, AI-powered solutions are beginning to transform livelihoods and public services across Jammu and Kashmir.
In the agriculture sector, artificial intelligence is gaining momentum as researchers and institutions explore data-driven approaches to improve productivity and resilience. At the Sher-i-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, scientists are deploying AI-based crop advisory systems tailored for apple growers, who form the backbone of the region's horticulture economy.
Experts say such interventions are critical in a region vulnerable to climate variability and unpredictable weather patterns, enabling farmers to make informed decisions on crop management and disease control.
AI innovation is also advancing in healthcare. The National Institute of Technology, Srinagar, has partnered with the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences to develop AI-driven diagnostic support systems.
The collaboration focuses on early disease detection, improved medical imaging analysis, and predictive health analytics tailored to regional health concerns. Medical experts say integrating AI tools can help address specialist shortages, enhance patient outcomes, and strengthen healthcare delivery, particularly in remote and rural areas.
Together, these initiatives reflect a broader technological transformation underway in the Valley. From strengthening agricultural resilience to improving diagnostic accuracy, artificial intelligence is steadily positioning Kashmir as a growing hub for innovation in northern India.
With technology increasingly driving solutions from orchards to operating rooms, the region's AI journey is gathering pace, with implications for both economic growth and public welfare.
