CISC-2024 is the first series of an annual International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Smart Communication organized by Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management (SMVITM), Bantakal, Udupi, Karnataka, India. CISC-2024 shall bring together researchers, academicians, engineers, and the industrial fraternity to share their experiences and exchange ideas on the latest developments in the fields of soft computation, artificial intelligent systems, and smart communication. The digital revolution has had a deep impact on the way people live, work, and communicate. The purpose of CISC- 2024 is to discuss the role of computational intelligence in growth as well as the shaping of society. The international conference CISC-2024 offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into state-of-the-art technology in multi-disciplinary areas and promote scientific growth.