India AI Impact Summit 2026
by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is a global conference scheduled for February 19-20, 2026, in New Delhi, India. Organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the IndiaAI Mission, the summit aims to foster inclusive, responsible, and impactful AI cooperation worldwide. It seeks to bridge the global AI divide by promoting multilateral action and ensuring that AI's transformative potential benefits all of humanity.
The summit will focus on the impact of AI on people, the planet, and progress, structured around seven key themes: Human Capital, Inclusion, Safe and Trusted AI, Resilience, Science, Democratizing AI Resources, and Social Good. These themes will guide discussions and initiatives aimed at leveraging AI for sustainable and equitable development.
In addition to plenary sessions and panel discussions, the summit will feature an AI Expo showcasing real-world AI applications and innovations. A one-day Research Symposium on AI and its Impact is also planned, providing a platform for researchers from India and the Global South to present their work and collaborate on addressing AI's societal challenges.
The event is designed for a diverse audience, including global leaders, industry experts, researchers, startups, civil society organizations, and multilateral institutions. Attendees will have opportunities to engage in high-level dialogues, participate in innovation challenges, and explore collaborative avenues to harness AI responsibly for the greater good.
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Speakers(24)
Ambassador Henri Verdier
Ambassador for Digital Affairs at Government of France
Ambassador Henri Verdier serves as France’s Ambassador for Digital Affairs, focusing on international digital policy and cooperation.
Andrea A. Jacobs
AI Focal Point at Government of Antigua and Barbuda
Andrea A. Jacobs is the AI Focal Point for Antigua and Barbuda, working on national AI strategies and international collaboration.
Audrey Plonk
Deputy Director for Science, Technology and Innovation at OECD
Audrey Plonk serves as Deputy Director for Science, Technology and Innovation at the OECD, focusing on AI policies and innovation.
Dr. Kalika Bali
Senior Researcher at Microsoft Research
Dr. Kalika Bali works on natural language processing and AI for Indian languages.
Dr. Mariagrazia Squicciarini
Chief Executive of the Social and Human Sciences Sector at UNESCO
Dr. Mariagrazia Squicciarini leads UNESCO's Social and Human Sciences Sector, working on ethical and inclusive AI initiatives.
Dr. Mohit Sewak
Researcher at Google
Dr. Mohit Sewak focuses on machine learning and AI applications.
Dr. Preeti Banzal
Senior Official at Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India
Dr. Preeti Banzal contributes to scientific policy and research coordination in India.
Dr. Shivkumar Kalayanaraman
Senior Official at Applied Network Research Foundation
Dr. Shivkumar Kalayanaraman focuses on network research and its applications.
Dr. Sunayana Sitaram
Researcher at Microsoft Research
Dr. Sunayana Sitaram works on speech and language technologies.
H.E. Amandeep Singh Gill
UN Secretary General’s Tech Envoy at United Nations
H.E. Amandeep Singh Gill is the UN Secretary General’s Tech Envoy, focusing on global technology governance and digital cooperation.
H.E. Cina Lawson
Minister of Digital Economy and Transformation at Government of Togo
H.E. Cina Lawson is the Minister of Digital Economy and Transformation of Togo, focusing on leveraging digital technologies for national development.
H.E. Tomas Lamanauskas
Deputy Secretary General at International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
H.E. Tomas Lamanauskas serves as the Deputy Secretary General of the ITU, working on global telecommunication policies and initiatives.
Mr. Abhishek Aggarwal
Senior Official at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Mr. Abhishek Aggarwal contributes to India's digital transformation efforts.
Mr. Abhishek Singh
Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology; CEO, IndiaAI; Director General, National Informatics Centre at Government of India
Mr. Abhishek Singh is an Indian Administrative Service officer leading India's digital initiatives, including the IndiaAI Mission.
Mr. Mohammed Y Safirulla
Senior Official at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Mr. Mohammed Y Safirulla is involved in policy-making and implementation of digital initiatives.
Ms. Kavita Bhatia
Senior Official at IndiaAI
Ms. Kavita Bhatia is involved in advancing India's AI initiatives under the IndiaAI Mission.
Prof. Balaraman Ravindran
Professor at IIT Madras
Prof. Balaraman Ravindran specializes in reinforcement learning and its applications.
Prof. Mausam
Professor at IIT Delhi
Prof. Mausam's research interests include artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Prof. P. J. Narayanan
Director at IIIT Hyderabad
Prof. P. J. Narayanan is a prominent computer scientist specializing in computer vision and machine learning.
Prof. Richa Singh
Professor at IIT Jodhpur
Prof. Richa Singh specializes in biometrics and machine learning.
Prof. Sandipan Dandapat
Professor at IIT Hyderabad
Prof. Sandipan Dandapat's research focuses on speech processing and AI.
Sharad Sharma
Co-Founder at iSPIRT
Sharad Sharma is the Co-Founder of iSPIRT, a think tank focused on building public digital infrastructure in India.
Shri Abhishek Singh
CEO, IndiaAI Mission and Additional Secretary at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
Shri Abhishek Singh leads the IndiaAI Mission and serves as Additional Secretary at MeitY, overseeing AI initiatives in India.
Yoichi Iida
Special Policy Adviser at Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Japan
Yoichi Iida is a Special Policy Adviser at Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, focusing on AI policy and international cooperation.
Event Details
- Date
- February 16-21, 2026
- 6 days
- Location
- 🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
- Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan
- Audience
- Global leaders, industry experts, researchers, startups, civil society organizations, and multilateral institutions.