Accenture’s global chief Julie Sweet has commended India for masterfully presenting the case for inclusive AI to the world at the AI Impact Summit 2026. In interactions with journalists on Thursday in New Delhi, she celebrated the event’s focus on blending inclusive growth with ethical AI practices.
Sweet stressed the summit’s role in highlighting cross-sector partnerships. ‘It demonstrates the urgency of joint efforts between governments, private players, and public entities, while elevating India’s stature,’ she said.
The Indian government unveiled the ‘New Delhi Frontier AI Impact Commitments,’ a cornerstone outcome uniting top AI companies and local innovators for responsible AI proliferation. Global attendance underscored India’s leadership, as per Sweet.
The inauguration by PM Narendra Modi at India Mandapam featured prominent tech executives and world leaders, emphasizing accountable innovation and cross-border cooperation to guide AI’s trajectory.
According to official statements, the presence of political figures, multilateral bodies, and AI experts transformed the summit into a pivotal platform for navigating AI in an interconnected world.
N. Chandrasekaran of Tata Sons likened AI’s potential to historic breakthroughs like electricity and the internet, praising India’s digital foundations and framing AI as a comprehensive national strategy from hardware to applications.
India’s proactive stance promises to redefine global AI governance, fostering innovation that benefits all.