India AI Impact Summit 2026 Official Approved Pre-Summit Event on Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: From Diagnostics to Decision Support and Outreach” Organised at Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University on 7-2-206

India AI Impact Summit 2026

Official Approved Pre-Summit Event on

Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: From Diagnostics to

Decision Support and Outreach”

Organised at Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University on 7-2-206

 

Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU) in collaboration with the Centre for Development of Imaging Technology (C-DIT), Government of Kerala organized an official approved pre-summit event titled “Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: From Diagnostics to Decision Support and Outreach” on 7 February 2026 at the Academic Staff College, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Mannuthy. The programme was held as an Official Pre-Summit Event of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, a global initiative to be held in New Delhi on 19–20 February 2026.

The programme aimed to create awareness among veterinarians and academicians on the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in veterinary diagnostics, clinical decision support systems, and outreach services. It highlighted how emerging digital technologies can enhance efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility in veterinary healthcare through real-world applications and practical insights.

The inaugural session commenced with a welcome address by Prof. (Dr.) T. S. Rajeev, Director of Entrepreneurship, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University. The inaugural address was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) K. S. Anil, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, who emphasized the need for adopting advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence in veterinary education, research, and extension activities to meet future challenges. The keynote address was delivered by Sri. Jayadev Anand A. K., Registrar, Centre for Development of Imaging Technology (C-DIT), Thiruvananthapuram, who highlighted the transformative role of artificial intelligence across sectors, including healthcare and veterinary sciences. Prof. (Dr.) C. Latha, Director of Academics and Research, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, underscored the importance of integrating AI-based tools into academic curricula and research frameworks.

The technical session was handled by Mr. Sunil Prabhakar, Consultant – AI and Digital Practices, who served as the resource person for the programme. The session provided participants with insights into practical applications of Artificial Intelligence in veterinary medicine, including AI-assisted diagnostics, data-driven decision making, and technology-enabled veterinary outreach. The session was interactive and offered participants a clear understanding of how AI can be effectively leveraged in day-to-day veterinary practice and service delivery.

The event was organized under the guidance of Dr. V. N. Vasudevan, Director, Academic Staff College, KVASU, who was responsible for the overall coordination of the event. The programme was efficiently coordinated by Dr. Lijo John and Dr. Irshad A., whose efforts ensured the smooth conduct of the training programme. The training programme was well received by the participants and successfully achieved its objective of enhancing awareness and capacity building in the application of Artificial Intelligence in veterinary medicine. The event contributed meaningfully to the broader goals of the India – AI Impact Summit 2026 by promoting responsible and impactful adoption of Artificial Intelligence in the veterinary sector.

 

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