The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is a global forum being held in New Delhi focusing on artificial intelligence (AI). It will take place from 16 February through 20, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, and will assemble a broad selection of leaders, CEOs from technology companies, policy-makers, start-up companies, researchers, and students to discuss how AI can make a tangible, inclusive difference in the various societal and economic systems in which it is applied.
What will happen at the summit?
The India AI Impact Summit will be a foremost international conference intended to advance from abstract conversations about AI to concrete implementation by exploring topics ranging from their impact in society to creating practical solutions to fostering worldwide partnerships. The conference is hosted by the Government of India through the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), with support from the IndiaAI Mission, a national initiative created to build-up AI innovation, skills, infrastructure and responsible adoption across various industries/segments.
The core topics will include:
AI for multiplying equitable growth
Responsible and Trusted AI Development
Using AI to support Public Service Delivery
Scaling AI Innovation to Make a Tangible Impact
The summit will promote collaboration with countries in the Global South by providing a platform for these developing countries to have their say in how AI will be governed worldwide.
The summit is drawing tremendous interest from across the globe, with attendance expected from:
Heads of State
Ministers from various countries
International Government Agencies