New Delhi, May 12: Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu emphasized the restoration of the Yamuna River as a “civilizational priority” on Monday. He stated that the integration of technology, sustainable development, and self-reliance will define the future of urban landscapes in India.
Speaking at the National Technology Day event organized by Indraprastha Science Bharti at the Vice Regal Lodge of Delhi University, the Lieutenant Governor identified scientific research and intellectual confidence as key drivers for a self-reliant India.
Addressing scientists, academics, and students, he urged that technology must move beyond laboratories to address real-world challenges in public health, transportation, and environmental governance.
Sandhu stressed the necessity of a partnership between science and governance to develop effective and efficient civic solutions. He highlighted that achieving significant milestones in nation-building requires patience, discipline, and the courage to innovate.
He shared insights on technology-based public health systems and called for the establishment of AI-driven early warning systems to transform Delhi’s public health infrastructure.
He noted that by utilizing predictive sampling, PCR testing, and AI forecasting for diseases like dengue and malaria, the city could shift from reactive measures to a proactive health service model.
Emphasizing ecological restoration, Sandhu stated that urban sustainability is essential for quality of life. He described the restoration of the Yamuna River as a crucial ecological and civilizational priority.
He advocated for scientific measures in decentralized waste management, source segregation, and local composting to reduce landfill pressure and promote urban greenery.
The Lieutenant Governor envisioned a passenger experience defined by real-time GPS transit systems, common transit cards, and robust last-mile connectivity to reduce congestion and pollution.
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