Highlights
- This Summit will be the first major AI summit of this scale in the Global South.
- India AI Impact Summit 2026 positions India at the centre of global AI dialogue.
- This summit will blend policy leadership with innovation and real-world impact.
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is shaping up to be one of the largest global gatherings on artificial intelligence, drawing unprecedented international attention ahead of its February dates in New Delhi. With more than 35,000 registrations from over 100 countries, the summit signals India’s growing influence in shaping the future of responsible and inclusive AI.
Who Are the CEOs Attending the Summit
Around 40 global technology leaders are confirmed to attend the summit, representing some of the most influential companies in artificial intelligence and digital innovation.
Among the prominent names are
- Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates,
- Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis,
- Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei,
- Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen,
- NVIDIA chief Jensen Huang, and
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
Their presence places the summit among the most high-profile AI events worldwide in 2026.
Agenda and Key Sessions to Watch
The two-day summit, hosted under the IndiaAI Mission in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, will feature more than 500 sessions. Discussions will span global AI governance, responsible AI frameworks, innovation policy, startup ecosystems, and real-world AI applications. Special focus will be placed on challenges and opportunities for emerging economies and the Global South.
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How to Register for India AI Impact Summit 2026
Occurs February 19–20, 2026 (with pre-events from the 16th), in New Delhi at Bharat Mandapam. It focuses on ethical AI, sustainability, governance, and global challenges like AI for ALL, AI by HER (women-led), and YUVAi (youth).
To register for the India AI Impact Summit 2026, visit the official registration page at
Fill out the online form, starting with personal details:
- first name,
- last name,
- gender,
- date of birth,
- email,
- phone/WhatsApp (with country code), and country.
Next sections cover professional details; submit after completing all fields—no fee mentioned for general attendance.
Expected Outcomes from the Leaders’ Declaration
A key outcome of the summit will be the Leaders’ Declaration, aimed at building international consensus on ethical, inclusive, and impact-driven AI governance. Policymakers are expected to outline shared principles for AI development that balance innovation with safety, equity, and accountability.
AI Expo and Hackathons at the Summit
The summit will also host a large-scale AI Expo featuring over 500 startups, alongside innovation challenges and hackathons. These platforms are designed to showcase practical AI solutions across healthcare, education, climate, and governance.
