India, Aug. 3 -- With the celebration of AI Appreciation Day in 2026, it's clear that artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to advanced laboratories or startups. It is a technology that is transforming daily life for billions, including students in classrooms. From chatbots that help parents with admissions queries to recommendation engines that curate learning content for children, AI's presence in education is growing rapidly. Yet, I am convinced that we are only beginning to grasp the true importance of AI literacy, especially for the next generation of Indian students.

India, home to the world's largest youth population, is witnessing a quiet revolution in education thanks to AI. According to a 2025 report by NITI Aayog,...