India’s national capital hosts the prestigious AI Impact Summit 2026 starting Monday, drawing global spotlight. In insights shared with press, IT Secretary S. Krishnan detailed the year-long buildup, ignited by PM Modi’s commitment at the 2025 France AI event.
Efforts included stakeholder engagements, specialized forums, and a blockbuster expo, with registrations surging past 250,000.
Participants feature 20+ world leaders, ministers from 40+ countries, numerous delegations, CEOs, and experts numbering 500+. An array of 460 sessions will spark innovation.
‘To realize developed India by 2047, AI adoption is non-negotiable—use it wisely,’ Krishnan urged.
Japan’s METI’s Takumi Miyakawa shared enthusiasm, citing governmental support for AI amid leadership changes. Collaborations with India are advancing.
Former Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Shekhar Vempati expressed national pride: ‘A testament to India’s AI dominance with global elites gathering.’
Modi-era India voices Global South aspirations, bridging tech gaps. Poised to mirror IT success in AI provision, India’s vaccine speed during crises inspires its AI embrace.
Leveraging democracy scale, digital maturity, and AI growth (Stanford highlights), self-reliant AI development is imperative. The summit catalyzes opportunities for India’s startups and talent.