New Delhi, Dec. 9 -- India has set an ambitious target to become a $5 trillion economy. This sustained economic growth hinges on a foundation of rapid industrial expansion and widespread urbanisation. However, this pace of development can create an intense demand on resources, escalating waste generation and increasing carbon emissions. The challenge for policymakers and industry is no longer growth versus sustainability, but growth through sustainability.

Achieving India's economic goals while ensuring a liveable environment requires a fundamental shift from reactive management to intelligent, resource-optimised systems. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the core technology empowering this shift, offering a pathway to balance economic pro...