Sudeshna Sarkar is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and Head of the Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence (CoEAI) at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. With extensive expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Data Science, she has significantly contributed to both academic research and applied innovations. Under her leadership, CoEAI fosters cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary collaborations, and industry partnerships to drive impactful AI solutions. Professor Sarkar is recognized for her commitment to advancing AI education, mentoring young researchers, and promoting technology-driven innovation for societal and industrial transformation.