India AI Impact Summit 2026 kicks off in New Delhi
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 just kicked off in New Delhi, with PM Modi leading the opening.
It's a huge five-day event—featuring participation from more than 45 countries.
The expo covers a massive space and brings together 600+ startups and global tech giants, plus national pavilions from places like Australia, Japan, France, Germany, and the UK.
Major global leaders and AI experts in attendance
The summit includes participation from over 500 global AI leaders and covers themes like People, Planet, and Progress—all split into seven "chakras" focused on everything from safe AI to social good.
The first day was buzzing with packed halls and visits from PM Modi himself.
Big names are showing up too—20+ world leaders including French President Macron and Brazil's President Lula.
India's AI journey is the focus here
This summit highlights India's development of 12 indigenous foundation models and is showcasing the IndiaAI Mission, under which the government has invested ₹10,372 crore (think: major GPU power).
There'll be an AI compendium release, a research symposium midweek, and partnerships brewing in India's rapidly growing AI market.
If you're curious about where tech is headed—or just want to see what all the buzz is about—this is one to watch.