Javed Akhtar Highlights Education Gaps and AI Limits in Poetry at Literary Festivals
At literary festivals in Pune and Mumbai, poet Javed Akhtar emphasized the importance of reason, rationality, and a holistic education that bridges professional skills with broader cultural knowledge. He highlighted concerns about misinformation, weakening ties to art and literature, and the need for intellectual curiosity across disciplines. Akhtar also discussed the limitations of artificial intelligence in capturing human emotions essential for poetry, noting AI's current role as a practical tool rather than a creative force.
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