INTEGRATING AI IN RURAL LIVELIHOOD AND EMPLOYMENT GENERATION PROGRAMS
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Rural Livelihoods, Precision Agriculture, Digital Upskilling, TelemedicineAbstract
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into rural livelihood and employment-generation initiatives significantly enhances socioeconomic development by increasing agricultural productivity, facilitating digital skill-building, and improving access to essential services. AI-driven precision agriculture has increased crop yields by 15–54% and reduced resource wastage. Upskilling initiatives, such as Microsoft’s ADVANTA(I)GE and India’s Karya cooperative, offer digital literacy and gig-based employment opportunities, empowering millions of rural workers. Additionally, AI-enabled telemedicine platforms have expanded healthcare access by up to 300%, while governance applications have increased transparency and efficiency in public services. However, the widespread adoption of AI in rural contexts poses challenges including job displacement, digital inequities, and ethical concerns such as algorithmic bias. Addressing these requires inclusive policy frameworks, infrastructure investments, and ethical guidelines. Ultimately, responsible AI deployment holds transformative potential for inclusive rural prosperity.
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