At the prestigious India AI Impact Summit 2026 unfolding in New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam, actress Bhumi Pednekar voiced her admiration for India’s commanding presence in artificial intelligence. The event, a magnet for global tech minds, featured Pednekar passionately advocating for AI’s inclusive power.
Pednekar, speaking to reporters, radiated enthusiasm. ‘Being here as an Indian at this AI summit is a matter of great pride,’ she remarked ahead of her session on responsible AI usage. She praised the platform for amplifying India’s tech narrative on the world stage.
The actress delved into AI’s capacity to uplift society across all strata, provided it’s wielded with care. Her insights resonated with the summit’s agenda on social implications and ethical frameworks.
Echoing her sentiments, Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, CEO of Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, positioned his state as a trailblazer. Karnataka displayed cutting-edge projects in e-governance, health, farming, and startup ecosystems, leveraging Bengaluru’s AI hub reputation.
Gupta detailed priorities: enhancing e-governance through AI, spurring startup innovation, and cultivating a robust AI infrastructure via global delegations and meetings. The state is prioritizing skills training, ethical standards, and international ties.
With over 30 nations represented, 300+ exhibitors, and top AI influencers in attendance, the PM Modi-inaugurated summit champions AI as a force for human-centric, equitable, and enduring progress. Pednekar’s involvement adds star power to this landmark gathering.