LUCKNOW, May 2 -- Uttar Pradesh assembly speaker Satish Mahana on Friday expressed concern over the growing influence of technology while addressing the inaugural day session of the three-day state-level "Viksit Bharat Yuva Sansad 2026" at the legislative assembly.

Mahana emphasised that "Artificial Intelligence (AI) should be utilised for constructive purposes as it could potentially turn into a destructive force." He urged the youth to "make judicious use of their intellect and knowledge, manage their time effectively, and strengthen their future through hard work."

Deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak, who also addressed the participants, hailed the youth as the future of the nation. Pathak advised them to "build their capacity to ta...