India, Oct. 1 -- justify;">India's development journey has often been shaped by the challenge of reaching those who live at the margins - remote & underserved communities and areas where infrastructure and human capacity are still catching up. The "last mile" is rarely a question of intent or funding alone; it is where gaps emerge despite efforts, because logistical hurdles, social norms, and incomplete data can limit the effect of even well- designed programs. The task ahead is not just to design solutions, but to ensure they are responsive to these on-ground realities, so that progress extends to every corner.

And it is through this lens that AI's growing role in creating social impact should be understood. Its value lies in going beyo...