Noida, June, 2025: GAIL Training Institute (GTI), the premier learning and development arm of GAIL (India) Limited, celebrated its 29th Foundation, with a thought-provoking L&D Conclave held at GTI, Noida. Themed “AI – The Compass to Navigate Turbulent Energy Transition,” the event brought together senior HR leaders and industry experts to explore the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in navigating the rapidly evolving energy landscape.
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Delivering the opening address, Shri Ayush Gupta, Director (HR), GAIL (India) Limited, highlighted the urgent need for organizations to embrace and integrate emerging technologies to remain competitive in a dynamic environment. He emphasized that while innovation is essential, it must be pursued without compromising ethical standards, organizational integrity, or the human element that remains at the core of HR practices.
The centerpiece of the event was a thematic panel discussion moderated by Shri Anish De, Global Head, Energy & Natural Resources, KPMG. The panel featured distinguished HR leaders, including Smt. Rashmi Govil, Director (HR), IOCL; Shri Raj Kumar Dubey, Director (HR), BPCL; Shri Krishna Kumar Singh, Director (Personnel), SAIL; Shri Krishna Kumar Thakur, Director (HR), BHEL; and Shri Ayush Gupta himself. Together, they shared insights on balancing technological advancement with human-centric values, drawing from real-world examples such as the digitalization of employee benefit systems and the implementation of direct benefit transfers to contract laborers—initiatives that have enhanced transparency and operational efficiency across public sector enterprises.
The discussion delved into various facets of technology-driven HR transformation. Topics included the use of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to streamline internal processes, the application of AI in IOCL’s learning and development framework, the “HP GPT” journey in HR intelligence, and innovative practices from OIL India Ltd. aimed at building an ecosystem for continuous employee learning and growth. Panelists also highlighted signature L&D initiatives that are reshaping talent development and organizational agility in the energy sector.
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The conclave concluded on a forward-looking note, reinforcing the belief that technology, particularly AI and Machine Learning, is not only enhancing business outcomes but also empowering human capital. As the energy sector faces significant shifts, such platforms play a vital role in fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and ensuring a seamless and ethical transition into a tech-enabled future.
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