Chennai: Shiv Nadar University Chennai on Thursday hosted its HR Conclave, 'Parichay - Connecting Minds, Shaping the Future of Workforce', aimed at bridging the gap between academic curricula and evolving industry requirements.

The event, with a focus on Commerce and Economics, brought together representatives from more than 20 leading global and domestic organisations.

Discussions centred on the growing impact of automation and artificial intelligence in the workplace. Industry leaders agreed that while AI would play an increasing role in supporting operations, it cannot replace the human element in professional environments.

Delivering the keynote address, Ashwin Ravindranath, Partner at Ernst & Young, praised the quality of students and urged them to continuously upgrade their skills to remain competitive in a changing job market.

Vice-Chancellor Prof Sriman Kumar Bhattacharyya highlighted the university's emphasis on strategic partnerships and collaborative research.

The conclave featured panel discussions on workforce readiness, data analytics and future career opportunities.