AI Impact Summit 2026: India is hosting the India–AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi from 16–20 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. A landmark moment as the first major global AI summit hosted in the Global South inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the summit signaled India's transition from an AI consumer to a global architect of "AI for All." It envisions a future where advances benefit humanity, foster inclusive growth and safeguard our shared planet, focusing on the principle of people, planet and progress.
Key Highlight of the Global AI Event
The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 is currently taking place from February 16 to February 20, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. It is a landmark event for the Global South, focused on three "Sutras" (People, Planet, and Progress) and seven "Chakras" (areas like AI skilling, safety, and economic growth).
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Dates: February 16 – 20, 2026 (Main Summit on Feb 19-20)
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Venue: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India
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Core Theme: People, Planet and Progress
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Organizing Ministry: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
The AI Impact Expendium is a vast 70,000-square-meter exposition with over 300 exhibitors and 10+ specialised pavilions. major participation, including over 20 heads of state (including France, Brazil, and the UAE) and 40+ major CEOs (OpenAI, Google, Nvidia, Microsoft). Impact Challenges, competition results, and showcases, including AI for ALL, AI by HER (women-led innovation), and YUVAi (youth challenge). Twelve indigenous foundation models are announced, as well as improvements to the IndiaAI Mission's shared computing infrastructure.
Daily Summit Schedule (February 16 – 20, 2026)
| Day / Date | Key Highlights & Themes |
| Day 1, Feb 16 | Inauguration Day:Focus on "Inside India's Frontier Lab" and global leadership talks. |
| Day 2, Feb 17 | Release of the AI Compendium, Bilateral talks between PM Modi and President Emmanuel Macron (Mumbai). |
| Day 3, Feb 18 | Thematic sessions on AI for sustainability and scientific research. PM Modi hosts a banquet for international dignitaries. |
| Day 4, Feb 19 | Leaders' Summit address by PM Modi followed by a high-stakes Tech-CEOs event featuring global leaders like Sundar Pichai and Sam Altman. |
| Day 5, Feb 20 | Global Governance, the GPAI Council meeting concludes the summit. Brazilian President Lula leads a dedicated session on AI for the Global South. |
The wait is over!#IndiaAIImpactSummit2026 begins today!
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The first #AI summit of its kind in the #GlobalSouth—uniting nations to shape inclusive & responsible AI.
The future of AI starts here!
🗓️ February 16-20, 2026
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The Three Sutras and Seven Chakras
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Meity) has designed the framework of the Global AI event, a unique philosophical framework that blended ancient Indian wisdom with cutting-edge technology introduced in the Three Sutras and Seven Chakras to ensure AI serves as a tool for universal good.
The Three Sutras (Guiding Principles for a Sustainable AI Future):
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People: AI must serve humanity in all its diversity, preserving dignity and ensuring inclusivity.
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Planet: AI innovation must align with environmental stewardship and sustainability.
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Progress: AI's benefits must be equitably shared, advancing global development and prosperity.
The Seven Chakras (themes for global cooperation):
These principles were operationalized through Seven Chakras: Human Capital Working Group, Social Empowerment Working Group, Safe and Trusted AI, Science, Resilience, Innovation and Efficiency, Democratising AI Resources and AI for Economic Development & Social Good.
Guest List of World Leaders at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026
The Summit will bring together global leaders, policymakers, innovators, and experts from across the world to deliberate on the way forward for AI. The invitation of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, leaders from the following countries are scheduled to attend the AI Impact Summit:
The Guest List of World Leaders & Tech CEOs at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026
The Summit will bring together global leaders, policymakers, innovators, and experts from across the world to deliberate on the way forward for AI. The invitation of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, leaders from the following countries are scheduled to attend the AI Impact Summit:
World Leaders & Heads of State
| Country | Name of Leader | Designation |
| France | H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron | President |
| Brazil | H.E. Mr. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva | President |
| Spain | H.E. Mr. Pedro Sánchez Pérez-Castejón | President |
| UAE | H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan | Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi |
| The Netherlands | H.E. Mr. Dick Schoof | Prime Minister |
| Bhutan | H.E. Mr. Tshering Tobgay | Prime Minister |
| Mauritius | H.E. Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam GCSK, FRCP | Prime Minister |
| Sri Lanka | H.E. Mr. Anura Kumara Dissanayake | President |
| Switzerland | H.E. Mr. Guy Parmelin | President |
| Finland | H.E. Mr. Petteri Orpo | Prime Minister |
| Greece | H.E. Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis | Prime Minister |
| Slovakia | H.E. Mr. Peter Pellegrini | President |
| Serbia | H.E. Mr. Aleksandar Vučić | President |
| Croatia | H.E. Mr. Andrej Plenković | Prime Minister |
| Estonia | H.E. Mr. Alar Karis | President |
| Kazakhstan | H.E. Mr. Olzhas Bektenov | Prime Minister |
| Liechtenstein | H.S.H. Hereditary Prince Alois | Hereditary Prince |
| Bolivia | H.E. Mr. Edmand Lara Montano | Vice President |
| Guyana | H.E. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo | Vice President |
| Seychelles | H.E. Mr. Sebastien Pillay | Vice President |
In addition, Ministerial delegations from over 45 countries would be participating in the Summit. The UN Secretary General and Senior Officials from several International Organizations will also join the deliberations.
Global Tech CEOs & Industry Titans
| Name | Designation | Organization |
| Sundar Pichai | CEO | Google & Alphabet |
| Sam Altman | CEO | OpenAI |
| Dario Amodei | CEO | Anthropic |
| Sir Demis Hassabis | Co-founder & CEO | Google DeepMind |
| Brad Smith | President & Vice Chair | Microsoft |
| Shantanu Narayen | Chair & CEO | Adobe |
| Cristiano Amon | President & CEO | Qualcomm Incorporated |
| Arthur Mensch | Co-founder & CEO | Mistral AI (France) |
| Julie Sweet | Chair & CEO | Accenture |
| Matthew Prince | Co-founder & CEO | Cloudflare |
| Nikesh Arora | Chairman & CEO | Palo Alto Networks |
| Jay Chaudhry | CEO & Founder | Zscaler |
India is hosting the landmark AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi from February 16-20, positioning itself as a global AI architect. Inaugurated by PM Modi, the summit focuses on "AI for All," guided by "People, Planet, Progress" principles. Organized by MeitY, it features a unique "Three Sutras and Seven Chakras" framework. Global leaders and top tech CEOs will convene at Bharat Mandapam to discuss AI's future for inclusive growth and sustainability.
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