India Launches Historic AI Impact Summit 2026: A Global Tech Turning Point from the Global South
India has stepped into the global spotlight with the inauguration of the AI Impact Summit 2026, a landmark five-day event positioning the country at the center of the worldwide artificial intelligence conversation.
Hosted under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the summit is being recognized as the first major international AI gathering led by a nation from the Global South.
With participation from over 100 countries, the summit has drawn some of the biggest names in technology, including Sam Altman of OpenAI and Sundar Pichai of Alphabet Inc..
In his inaugural address, Prime Minister Modi highlighted India’s rapidly expanding digital ecosystem, emphasizing how AI innovation, Indian talent, and technological leadership can help build solutions not just for India, but for the entire world.
India’s Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw acknowledged minor logistical challenges and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to delivering a world-class platform for collaboration. He noted that discussions will focus on both the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and its broader impact on society.
As global AI leaders gather in India, the AI Impact Summit signals a new chapter in responsible AI development, digital transformation, and international tech cooperation.
