IIIT-Hyderabad Director Prof. Sandeep K. Shukla discusses the impact of AI on engineering education, emphasizing the need to shift from rote learning to conceptual understanding and real-world application. He notes that traditional assessment methods are under pressure due to AI's ability to generate answers, prompting a global reevaluation of curricula. Shukla highlights IIIT Hyderabad's Vyuha Labs for cybersecurity and stresses the importance of industry partnerships and developing critical thinking skills for students navigating rapid technological change.