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(23)
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
IndiaAI at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
Dr. Kalika Bali is associated with IndiaAI under MeitY, focusing on AI research and policy.
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 is a researcher at Google, specializing in AI and machine learning.
Dr. Preeti Banzal
Office of Principal Scientific Adviser at Government of India
Dr. Preeti Banzal works at the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, focusing on science and technology policy.
Dr. Shivkumar Kalayanaraman
ANRF at ANRF
Dr. Shivkumar Kalayanaraman is associated with ANRF, working on AI research and development.
Dr. Sunayana Sitaram
Researcher at Microsoft Research
Dr. Sunayana Sitaram is a researcher at Microsoft Research, focusing on AI and human-computer interaction.
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
MeitY at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
Mr. Abhishek Aggarwal is associated with MeitY, working on AI programs and policies.
Mr. Mohammed Y Safirulla
MeitY at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
Mr. Mohammed Y Safirulla is associated with MeitY, contributing to AI initiatives and policy development.
Ms. Kavita Bhatia
IndiaAI at Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
Ms. Kavita Bhatia is associated with IndiaAI under MeitY, contributing to AI policy and program development.
Prof. Balaraman Ravindran
Professor at IIT Madras
Prof. Balaraman Ravindran is a professor at IIT Madras, specializing in machine learning and reinforcement learning.
Prof. Mausam
Professor at IIT Delhi
Prof. Mausam is a professor at IIT Delhi, specializing in artificial intelligence and natural language processing.
Prof. P. J. Narayanan
Director at IIIT Hyderabad
Prof. P. J. Narayanan is the Director of IIIT Hyderabad, specializing in computer vision and AI research.
Prof. Richa Singh
Professor at IIT Jodhpur
Prof. Richa Singh is a professor at IIT Jodhpur, specializing in AI and computer vision.
Prof. Sandipan Dandapat
Professor at IIT Hyderabad
Prof. Sandipan Dandapat is a professor at IIT Hyderabad, focusing on AI and machine learning research.
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.
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