India is in the forefront of AI revolution, according to PM Modi, as the India AI Impact Summit 2026 gets started in Delhi. Sam Altman, Sundar Pichai, and other world leaders attend the February 16–20 Bharat Mandapam event. Real-time updates, important highlights, and more.
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| Banners of AI-Summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi stand beside a road leading to summit venue in New Delhi, on February 16, 2026. | Photo Credit: MANISH SWARUP |
India has reached an important achievement on the international tech scene today. At the well-known Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally opened the India AI Impact Summit 2026, announcing that India is now firmly at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution. PM Modi highlighted that India's swift advancements in AI are motivated by both daring ambition and a strong sense of duty to mankind in an inspiring address that went throughout social media and the summit halls.
"Bringing the world together to discuss AI! Starting today, India hosts the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi," PM Modi wrote on X this morning. "World leaders, business titans, inventors, legislators, researchers, and IT believers from all around the world have been invited to this summit.The fact that the world is coming together in India to define the future of artificial intelligence is a "matter of immense pride" for the 1.4 billion Indians, he continued, referring this to the country's youth and quick scientific and technological advancements.
The five-day event, which takes place from February 16–20, is the largest global AI conference to date and, more importantly, the first major AI summit held in the Global South. This Delhi conference, which follows earlier versions in the UK, South Korea, and France, changes the focus to AI that is inclusive, responsible, and important, grounded in the principles of People, Planet, and Progress. With a unified path for global AI governance, collaboration, and practical solutions, it is organized by the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) under the IndiaAI Mission with the goal of going beyond words to concrete action.
It's an incredible scale. There are representatives from more than 100 countries taking part, and leaders from roughly 20 countries—including Brazil and France—are there. High-profile attendees can expect to see French President Emmanuel Macron at essential sessions, along with over 40 CEOs from multinational and Indian corporations, including Sundar Pichai (CEO, Google & Alphabet), Sam Altman (CEO, OpenAI), Demis Hassabis (CEO, Google DeepMind), Dario Amodei (CEO, Anthropic), Brad Smith (President, Microsoft), Cristiano Amon (CEO, Qualcomm), and many more. PM Modi is scheduled to give the major session talk on February 19 after meeting with 35–40 prominent CEOs on the sidelines.
PM Modi launched the India AI Impact Expo 2026 this evening at 5 PM, which is taking place simultaneously. This expo presents "AI in action" through the use of scalable solutions by companies and innovators, as well as thematic pavilions that emphasize practical applications in healthcare, agriculture, education, government, and sustainability. With more than 30 countries, more than 300 exhibitors, and more than ten themed zones, Bharat Mandapam is becoming a live experiment for AI innovation. Officials estimate that up to 250,000 people will visit the expo when it opens to the public on February 17.
Why this is so important to India: With over 100 million weekly users of ChatGPT and large talent pools, as well as government initiatives through the IndiaAI Mission (including compute resources, datasets, and skilling programs), the nation is already a leader in the adoption of AI. PM Modi has a clear vision: democratize AI so that everyone, not just the wealthy, may profit from it. He emphasized "responsible intelligence"—making sure AI benefits people without escalating conflicts or endangering the environment.
Among the major topics guiding conversations are:
• Job disruption vs. creation – How AI can reskill millions while automating routine tasks.
• Child safety online – Safeguarding young users from harmful content and deepfakes.
• Inclusive growth – AI for the Global South, gender equity (via initiatives like AI by HER), and youth innovation (YUVAi Global Challenge for ages 13-21).
• Ethical governance – Building frameworks for transparency, bias mitigation, and sustainable AI.
• Real-world impact – Showcasing Indian successes in AI-driven public services, agriculture (precision farming), and healthcare (predictive diagnostics).
This morning's sessions began with expert roundtables, policy panels, and headline speeches. Deeper goes are planned for tomorrow and beyond, including side events hosted by the UN Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (ODET). On February 20, the meeting will come to an end with possible announcements regarding collaborative AI frameworks.
This is more than just a conference; it's India's daring claim that it will take the lead in determining the direction of AI worldwide. India offers "all the ingredients" to become a full-stack AI powerhouse, as Sam Altman recently pointed out: talent, legislative support, and widespread adoption. The Delhi summit, which is being hosted for the first time by the Global South and features PM Modi's personal stamp, has the potential to change the global approach to AI from one of top-down regulation to one of inclusive, bottom-up advancement.
Bharat Mandapam is home to REAL BREAKING NEWS, which provides live updates, important comments, session highlights, and unique insights all week long. From Sundar Pichai's perspective on AI ethics to PM Modi's inaugural speech, we have you covered.
This week, Delhi will become the AI capital of the globe. Stay tuned. Is India prepared to take the lead in the AI era, in your opinion? Comment below!
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