The arrival of Kazakhstan Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenev and Netherlands Prime Minister Dick Schoof in New Delhi marks the exciting prelude to the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Set against the backdrop of India’s capital, this summit assembles global minds to unpack AI’s profound implications for economies, public administration, and societal well-being.
Airport formalities for Bektenev were handled graciously by Kirti Vardhan Singh, reflecting robust bilateral goodwill. India’s MEA emphasized how his summit participation will propel India-Kazakhstan relations forward, nurturing joint ventures in cutting-edge fields.
Schoof, too, stepped into Delhi’s vibrant scene, courtesy of a welcome from Jitendra Singh. His contributions to the AI discourse are anticipated to solidify tech-centric bonds between India and the Netherlands.
Boasting participation from 110+ countries and 30 organizations, the five-day summit features elite attendees: leaders from about 20 nations and 45 ministers. Conversations will spotlight AI-driven transformations across critical domains.
Hailed as a cornerstone AI forum globally, it promotes ethical AI, international teamwork, and sector-wide adoption. Anchored in India’s philosophy of universal welfare – ‘Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya’ – this event diverges from its predecessors in the UK, South Korea, and France, which leaned heavily on controls for advanced economies.
India’s vision illuminates AI as a tool for the Global South: surmounting healthcare gaps, amplifying agricultural efficiency, and erasing communication hurdles. As the fourth in its series, the 2026 summit builds momentum toward equitable tech futures, promising dialogues that could spawn transformative alliances and policies.