Excitement peaked on day two of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi as leaders unveiled AI’s blueprint for educational excellence. In a candid interview, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan affirmed the government’s resolve to arm the younger generation with AI tools. PM Modi’s flagship event has galvanized youth, educators, and innovators in record attendance.
The agenda zeroes in on integrating AI into curricula and educating about AI. From timeless Indian heritage to modern global expertise, AI will fortify teaching and learning. Management in educational institutions will become smarter and more responsive.
Pradhan noted that AI enlightenment will secure India’s leadership on the world stage, with the summit paving the way. MoS Jayant Chaudhary warned of AI’s far-reaching educational disruptions, pushing for teacher empowerment and systemic redesign.
Designated as the AI-Education hub, IIT Madras will dissect influences, readiness levels, and reform needs. Director V. Kamakoti mapped AI’s contributions across four domains: instant, stigma-free answers boosting student clarity; parental insights into offspring’s passions from music to athletics; teacher tools for targeted remediation; and policy analytics from grassroots to state levels.
This comprehensive shift benefits learners, families, instructors, and decision-makers alike. The summit heralds India’s proactive stride towards a technologically advanced education landscape.