At the heart of New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam, the India AI Impact Summit 2026 is redefining global tech discourse. On its second day, PM Narendra Modi urged harnessing AI’s power – intelligence, logic, and judgment – strictly for public benefit, as shared on his X platform.
Launched Monday, this pioneering five-day conclave in the Global South draws elite delegations: 100+ officials, 20+ presidents, 60 ministers, and 500 AI pioneers including CTOs, founders, and researchers. Until February 20, it tackles AI’s potential in inclusive development, system fortification, and sustainability.
Anticipation builds for PM Modi’s February 19 keynote, which will unveil India’s strategy for equitable, accountable AI ecosystems through international synergy.
Core attractions: the AI for All, AI by Her, and YUVAi challenges. Aligned with SDGs and national needs, they attracted 4,650 submissions from 60+ nations. Post multi-tier evaluations, 70 top teams advance to showcase, connect with investors, and scale innovations.
On February 18, IIT Hyderabad partners for a premier research colloquium with 250 submissions from diverse regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Key speakers include Estonian President Alar Karis and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, debating AI governance, security, infrastructure equity, and collaborative research.
This summit not only spotlights breakthroughs but solidifies India’s leadership in fostering responsible AI that uplifts all societies.