Dr Kiran Bedi urges Tripura youth to favour experiential learning over AI reliance

Former Indian Police Service officer and social activist Dr Kiran Bedi addressed a gathering in Tripura, emphasizing that the state’s young population should focus on experiential learning rather than depending heavily on artificial intelligence tools. She argued that practical, on‑the‑ground experiences build critical thinking, empathy and problem‑solving skills that technology alone cannot provide.
Bedi warned that an unchecked reliance on AI could dilute the creative and civic capacities of the next generation. She highlighted examples where hands‑on projects in education, community service and local entrepreneurship have produced tangible social benefits.
The former police chief concluded by urging Tripura’s youth to become catalysts for change, using real‑world engagement to complement digital tools and to shape a more inclusive, resilient society.
The remarks were part of a broader dialogue on education reform in the northeastern state, with local officials indicating interest in integrating experiential modules into school curricula.