15/11/2025
AI & Robotics Set to Transform Healthcare, Rehabilitation, and Key Sectors in Kashmir
By Faizan Mohammad
Srinagar, J&K: As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics rapidly evolve across the world, new possibilities are emerging for regions like Jammu & Kashmir, particularly in the fields of healthcare, rehabilitation, agriculture, hospitality, and industrial automation. What was once seen as future technology is now becoming a practical solution to some of the most pressing challenges faced by high-demand sectors.
Healthcare: Managing Patient Load With Intelligent Support Systems
Hospitals across India are experiencing unprecedented patient volumes, workforce shortages, and rising expectations for precision-based care. AI and robotics are increasingly being recognized as tools that can ease this pressure.
Robotic Assistance in Critical Care
Global hospitals have deployed robots for transporting medicines, handling supplies, disinfecting wards, assisting in minimally invasive surgeries, monitoring vitals, and supporting doctors in high-risk procedures.
For heavy-load hospitals in Kashmir — including SKIMS, SMHS, and district facilities — such systems could reduce human burden, improve efficiency, and minimize errors.
AI-Based Triage and Patient Flow Management
AI triage systems can assess symptoms, prioritize cases, and guide patients to the right department. This significantly reduces waiting time and helps medical teams manage OPD congestion more effectively.
Rehabilitation Through Intelligent Machines
Robotic gait trainers, exoskeleton suits, and AI-driven therapy devices provide personalized rehabilitation for stroke survivors, trauma patients, and those requiring long-term physiotherapy.
Rehabilitation & Elderly Care: Technology Filling Critical Gaps
AI-driven systems deliver repetitive, precise therapy and support elderly patients through fall detection, remote monitoring, and companion robots. This can bring advanced rehabilitation closer to home for Kashmir.
Agriculture: Smarter Farms, Higher Yields
Drone-based crop scanning, automated irrigation, soil sensors, and robotic harvesters enable data-driven farming. With Kashmir’s focus on horticulture and trout farming, these innovations can increase productivity and reduce losses.
Hospitality: Automation Enhancing Guest Experience
Hotels globally are adopting AI for climate control, lighting, room service, and guest interaction. As Kashmir’s tourism sector grows, such technologies can improve efficiency while preserving traditional hospitality.
Industrial & Infrastructure Automation
Industries are moving toward AI-supported production lines, predictive maintenance, and intelligent safety systems. Robotics increases precision, reduces downtime, and improves workplace safety.
A Pathway Toward a Smarter Kashmir
AI and robotics will continue to grow as essential tools across key sectors. Integrating these technologies can strengthen public services, reduce operational pressure, and create new skilled employment opportunities.
The aim is not to replace human effort but to support it — building systems that improve outcomes for professionals and citizens alike.
About the Author
Faizan Mohammad is an entrepreneur from Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, working across hospitality, aquaculture, and smart infrastructure under the SAMZAN Group. He focuses on adopting emerging technologies that strengthen essential services and support sustainable development in the region.
Appreciation from Hon’ble MLA Ghulam Mohammad Mir & All India Congress General Secretary:
I extend my heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Faizan Mohammad for his visionary leadership and his unwavering commitment toward promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and development in Jammu & Kashmir. His initiatives in hospitality, technology adoption, and youth-driven enterprise reflect a progressive mindset that our region truly needs. I wish him greater success in all future endeavours.
Appreciation from Mr. Tariq Ahmad Wani, SSP APCR Kashmir:
I appreciate Mr. Faizan Mohammad for his progressive efforts in technology adoption and entrepreneurship in Jammu & Kashmir. His contribution across sectors is commendable. I wish him continued success.
