The India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi has set a new standard for digital participation, with YouTube live streams smashing records. MeitY Secretary Abhishek Singh highlighted during a media interaction how the event’s hybrid format is pulling in viewers worldwide.
YouTube data indicates 115 sessions streamed over four days, peaking at 21 simultaneous broadcasts. Viewership has crossed 457,000, with audiences clocking over 80,000 hours. An impressive 18,000 average hourly logins reflect sustained global interest, aligning perfectly with efforts to make AI accessible to all.
Looking ahead, Secretary S. Krishnan shared Day 3 and 4 plans. February 18 features expo operations from 9:30 AM to 8 PM. Convention sessions conclude by 4:30 PM, clearing the area for a high-profile 6:30 PM dinner with PM and dignitaries. Expo remains open for visitors post-convention closure.
On the 19th, the expo opens at 11 AM following the morning inauguration. Convention access is limited to secure the flagship event, with live feeds ensuring expo crowds don’t miss out on marquee talks.
Security protocols from Special CP Manish Kumar Agarwal ban crossover from expo to convention once entered. Traffic arrangements by CP Dinesh Kumar Gupta keep core areas fluid, with detours for hotel traffic and reversed evening exits via Dharma Marg.
With strong turnouts and viral online traction, the summit is redefining AI conversations, as authorities call on media to spread logistics info for seamless experience.