Journalists Must Learn AI Skills to Face Challenges, Says Seer at Belagavi Event

Sri Allam Prabhu Swami of Naganur Rudrakshi Math stated on Sunday that journalists should acquire artificial intelligence usage skills to handle the challenges posed by emerging technologies. He was addressing a Media Day programme organised jointly by the Karnataka Journalists Association and the Karnataka Journalists Union in Belagavi.

The seer noted that digital media is transforming the journalism industry rapidly, with AI anchors now presenting news on television channels and web portals. Emphasising the need to adapt to changing times, he said media professionals must enhance their skills to stay relevant. He also called upon the State government to create economic and social security systems to support journalists who work independently and objectively.

Speaking at the event, Kittur Rani Channamma University Vice-Chancellor C.M. Thyagaraj said journalists bear a significant responsibility to critically analyse the functioning of the government and society. He added that professional success should not lead to arrogance and that writers must maintain the humility to learn continuously.

Deputy Commissioner of Police N.V. Baramani warned against unhealthy competition in digital and social media to break news first, advising media personnel to report sensitive and religious issues with restraint. Belagavi City Corporation Commissioner Karthik M. similarly urged journalists to remain vigilant against the spread of fake news and misinformation.

Karnataka Journalists Association founder-chairman Murugesh Shivapuji highlighted the association's ongoing initiatives to assist journalists in distress.

During the function, several media professionals were honoured with awards. Journalist Vilas Joshi received the Samadarshi Award, Srishail Mathad received the Hajsiru Kranti Award, Srikanth Kubakaddi was presented the Gadi Kannadiga Award, Ramesh Hiremath received the Lokvarthe Award, and Manjunath Bellary was honoured with the Eradane Rajdhani Award. Web designer Nagesh Vannur was also felicitated alongside senior journalists.