The ‘AI Conclave–2026’, a conference focused on artificial intelligence, has begun today at Kathmandu University (KU) in Dhulikhel, Kavre. The event is being organized by the Artificial Intelligence Club (KUAIC) under KU’s Department of Artificial Intelligence and is part of the second phase of the ‘AI Convergence–2026’ program being conducted through the club.
According to the organizers, the AI Conclave has been organized by refining and expanding the ‘AI Meet’ programs held over the past two years. KUAIC President Ashim Shrestha said the objective of the conference is to bring learning and innovation in the field of artificial intelligence onto a single platform.
He stated that the conference aims to go beyond limiting AI to research or generative tools and to raise public awareness about its practical applications in education, health, finance, governance, industry, and society.
Organized under the theme ‘Bridging Intelligence and Innovation’, the conference seeks to connect students, researchers, industries, startups, policymakers, and the general public on one common platform.
The ‘AI Convergence–2026’ program is being conducted in three phases. The first phase, titled ‘AI Canvas’, includes foundational learning activities such as AI basics, bootcamps, and webinars. The second phase, the ‘AI Conclave’, is being held from January 12 to 14 at KU’s central campus.
Under the conference schedule, a National Level AI Summit is being held on Monday, followed by project exhibitions, robotics competitions, e-games, tech talks, and an expo on Tuesday. On Wednesday, programs including a panel discussion on ‘AI for Society’, the e-games finale, AI awareness activities, and discussions on AI policy will be conducted.
The organizers estimate that around 5,000 visitors will participate in the three-day AI Conclave.
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