India has set its sights on becoming one of the world’s three leading artificial intelligence powers by 2047, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlining a long-term strategy that links AI growth to the country’s development goals.
Addressing the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Prime Minister said artificial intelligence must expand human potential and improve lives across sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education and governance. He emphasised that India’s approach would remain human-centric and inclusive, ensuring technology benefits every section of society.
Highlighting concerns around employment, Modi said the government is prioritising large-scale skilling, reskilling and upskilling initiatives so that the workforce is prepared for emerging AI-driven opportunities. He noted that India’s strength lies in its talent pool, thriving startup ecosystem and rapidly expanding digital public infrastructure.
The summit, being held at Bharat Mandapam, has drawn participation from heads of state, ministers, technology leaders, researchers and industry representatives from across the world. As the first global AI meet of this scale in the Global South, it aims to give developing countries a stronger voice in shaping the future of AI and its governance.
Discussions at the event are centred on translating ideas into real-world impact. Key themes include responsible AI, innovation, sustainability, data governance and the use of AI for social good. An AI Compendium featuring practical use cases and outcomes from nationwide consultations is also part of the summit’s knowledge output.
The AI Impact Expo has emerged as a major attraction, with the Galgotias University pavilion presenting AI projects and infrastructure valued at around ₹350 crore. The showcase spans smart education, medical technologies, robotics, cybersecurity, immersive learning and industry solutions, reflecting the growing collaboration between academia and industry in building indigenous capabilities.
Student-focused initiatives, including hands-on innovation programmes, underline the push to create a future-ready talent pipeline.
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