At the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, industry stalwarts on Wednesday painted a bright future for artificial intelligence in India. The third day buzzed with insights on how AI could supercharge the economy, creating waves of opportunities across sectors.
In an exclusive interview, DDN’s Senior Director for International Marketing, Premchand Akela, lauded India’s proactive stance. He described the country as ‘truly great’ and predicted AI would deliver ‘large-scale opportunities’ for economic growth. Akela commended the synergy between government initiatives and public involvement in AI advancement.
Shifting to defense, Major General Sujit Shivaji Patil detailed AI’s strategic edge. He explained its influence on ISR operations, system fortifications, and offensive capabilities against adversaries. ‘This will equip us to secure victories,’ Patil affirmed.
Boston Consulting Group’s Priyanka Agarwal spotlighted healthcare and pharma revolutions. ‘This summit will elevate India globally,’ she said. AI promises cost-effective healthcare solutions, expanding reach to underserved populations. On employment, Agarwal was pragmatic: some roles may shift, but new jobs and heightened productivity will dominate.
Cyble’s Beenu Arora hailed the event as a historic milestone. Amid global shifts, he said, ‘Countries investing in AI will lead prosperity. India is at that decisive juncture.’
EC-Council’s Jay Bavisi celebrated India’s talent reservoir—LLM specialists, tech wizards, and bilingual workforce. The summit, he noted, will spark nationwide AI dialogues. However, he cautioned that improper deployment could yield dire outcomes; precise application is key to productivity gains.
These voices converge on a powerful narrative: AI as India’s economic catalyst. With balanced strategies, the nation is poised for unprecedented leaps.