In a resounding endorsement of India’s technological ascent, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed national pride ahead of the inaugural India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Launching on February 16, the four-day extravaganza will draw global luminaries, marking a milestone for developing nations in AI diplomacy.
Posting on X, PM Modi stated, ‘It’s a huge source of pride that global experts are flocking to India for this summit. It speaks volumes about our young talent’s potential and our strides in science and tech, contributing meaningfully to worldwide progress.’
Adding a cultural touch, he quoted a timeless Sanskrit shloka: ‘Dane tapasi shaucham cha vigyanam vinaye naye. Vismayo na hi kartavyo bahuratna vasundhara.’ Interpreting it, the verse asserts that the world, rich with gems of virtue in giving, penance, purity, knowledge, modesty, and governance, naturally yields constant innovations—no wonder needed.
The PM will formally open the summit at Bharat Mandapam at 5 PM today, with sessions running through February 20. Billed as the pioneering global AI conclave in a developing country, it unites over 100 nations via seven thematic tracks. Anchored in ‘People, Planet, Progress,’ it aims to craft inclusive AI frameworks for the future.
This platform reflects India’s vision for equitable AI governance, emphasizing collaboration over competition. As discussions unfold, the summit could set new benchmarks for ethical tech advancement, with India’s youth driving the narrative.
Experts anticipate pivotal outcomes on AI ethics, sustainability, and accessibility, reinforcing India’s stature on the world stage.