Publications

In the ecologically vulnerable Himalayas, disaster resilience must take precedence over disaster-prone projects and infrastructure

Highlights the need for conservation and global action. Nearly two-thirds of Penguin species are in decline, with African penguins listed as critically endangered. Penguins stand as a remarkable example of evolutionary adaptation: they are birds that lost the ability to fly but evolved to "fly" underwater, becoming highly specialised marine predators. Penguins are iconic survivors of Earth's harshest climates, but human-driven changes are pushing many species toward extinction.

The India–AI Impact Summit 2026 defines a new global moment — from dialogue to demonstrable impact. Guided by the principles of People, Planet, and Progress, the Working Group on Democratizing AI Resources envisions a world where access to AI is equitable, affordable, and inclusive. This brief presents actionable pathways to make AI a global public good — advancing disaster resilience, climate finance, and sustainable development. Drawing on India’s DBT–Aadhaarand AI-enabled parametric insurance models, it showcases how AI can deliver real-world benefits, empowering communities, protecting the planet, and driving shared progress for all.

India’s much-celebrated principle of ‘Unity in Diversity’ evokes not only its remarkable cultural tapestry but also the deep biological richness that the country sustains.