NIMS University inaugurated the much-anticipated NIMS AI-Con 2025, a prestigious three-day international conference focused on advancements in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Cybernetics. The event marks a major milestone in India’s AI and digital innovation journey, uniting more than 40 global experts, researchers, and industry leaders under one roof.

The conference was held inside the newly constructed Marik Institute of Computing, AI, Robotics & Cybernetics, an advanced research and learning facility at NIMS University. Born out of a vision shared between NIMS University and the Czech Institute of Informatics, Robotics, and Cybernetics (CIIRC), Czech Technical University, Prague, the institute was conceptualized following an MoU signed in Prague just two years ago. Today, it stands as a world-class hub for cutting-edge research in AI, robotics, and cybernetics.

The inauguration ceremony witnessed the distinguished presence of:

• H.E. Eliska Zigova, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to India
• Prof. Vladimír Mařík, Scientific Director, CIIRC, Czech Technical University, Prague
• Dr. Samrat S. Kumar, Country Coordinator, EURAXESS India
• Alongside 40+ global scientists, researchers, and academicians from across the world.

A Global Platform for AI Dialogue

Participants from countries including Japan, the USA, and the Czech Republic gathered for high-impact sessions, collaborative research opportunities, and panel discussions. The conference spotlighted themes such as:

• Human-Inspired Robotics – Bridging the gap between man and machine
• Spectacular Successes of Deep Learning – Reviewing AI breakthroughs and the road ahead
• Responsible AI for Healthcare – Addressing ethical, impactful tech in medicine
• Europe Avenue as a Smart City Testbed – Showcasing Prague’s AI-led urban innovation
• Trustworthy AI – Building reliable and transparent AI ecosystems

The Marik Institute: India’s Rising Beacon in AI Research

A landmark project in India’s AI landscape, the Marik Institute is equipped with world-class infrastructure including:

• Computing and AI Lab by Nvidia
• Robotics Lab by KUKA (Germany)
• Automation Lab by Siemens (Germany)
• Drone Technology Lab by Captics (Canada)
• 500+ High-Performance Computing Systems

With academic and industrial collaborations involving Siemens Healthineers, Dell, Microsoft, SAP, HP, Intel, and Amazon, the institute ensures that students and researchers receive hands-on, industry-relevant learning.

In a significant international development, the institute has been recognized as the Indo-Pacific European Hub for Digital Partnership (INPACE)—a collaboration with the European Union to drive research in AI and cybersecurity. This honor was conferred in the presence of H.E. Petr Fiala, Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, underlining India’s rising leadership in digital innovation.

A Convergence of Global Minds

With the theme “Transforming India’s Future through AI-led Innovation,” NIMS AI-Con 2025 served as a platform for transformative dialogue, research, and strategic partnerships. Delegates engaged in discussions around AI’s potential in healthcare, smart cities, industrial automation, and emerging technologies.

Reflecting on the milestone, Prof. (Dr.) Balvir S. Tomar, Founder and Chancellor of NIMS University, shared:

“Standing here today inside the Marik Institute is a surreal moment. What began as a dream—just two years ago—is now a living, breathing hub of innovation. NIMS AI-Con 2025 brings together the finest minds in AI, and together, we are shaping a smarter, more connected future.”

A Future-Ready Ecosystem

As India asserts itself as a key player in the global AI research ecosystem, NIMS University remains committed to innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and global collaboration. The inauguration of the Marik Institute and the successful hosting of NIMS AI-Con 2025 represent a leap forward for AI-powered education and research in India.