The India AI Impact Summit 2026 opened in New Delhi on a bold note, with leaders insisting AI is no frill—it’s fundamental to reaching India’s billions. Discussions centered on democratizing services, overcoming expert shortages, and sparking economic leaps.
Qure.ai leader Ankit Modi was unequivocal. ‘Our population fuels AI’s promise, but talent gaps persist,’ he argued. ‘AI isn’t luxury; it’s how we scale to serve everyone, enhancing what experts can achieve.’
Healthcare stood out as a prime example. Through pilots in public systems, Qure.ai identified 35% more TB patients. Modi stressed, ‘Beyond detection, it safeguards families—profound for India’s health landscape.’
Privacysapien CEO Abhilash Sundararajan eyed broader gains. ‘Fueled by consumer embrace, AI will redefine industries,’ he forecasted. ‘Lower costs, higher efficiency—key to thriving in competitive markets.’
After 20 US years, Atlanto AI’s Harish Amaravtkar returned home. ‘India offers unmatched startup-to-global paths,’ he shared. The summit facilitates mentor-mentee connections, empowering the next generation.
ACCA’s Narayan Vaidyanathan spotlighted global synergy. ‘Over 100 nations here strengthen education-business links,’ he noted. ‘Timely and transformative.’
Echoing across panels, the message is clear: AI equips India to lead, making advanced services ubiquitous.