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News India Live, Digital Desk: From today i.e. 16th February 2026 in the grand ‘Bharat Mandapam’ of New Delhi. ‘India AI Impact Summit’ Has started. This five-day long mega event was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This is a historic moment not only for India, but for the entire ‘Global South’, because this is the first time that such a big AI summit of the world is being organized in a developing country.
In this summit Google Sundar Pichaiof OpenAI Sam AltmanNearly 40 of the world’s most influential tech CEOs are attending, including the heads of Microsoft, Microsoft and Nvidia.
Main Agenda of the Summit: 3 Sutras and 7 Chakras
India has based the summit on three main pillars (sutras), linking them with traditional Indian philosophy:
People: Making AI people-centric.
Planet: Promoting environment and sustainability through technology.
Progress: To accelerate economic and social development.
these three sources 7 ‘chakras’ (Working Groups), which will prepare roadmaps on important topics like AI skilling, data democratization, security and AI governance.
Veteran leaders from around the world and $100 billion investment
Global Leaders: president of france Emmanuel MacronPresident of Brazil Lula de SilvaCrown Prince of United Arab Emirates and representatives of about 45 countries are part of this Mahakumbh.
Big Investment: According to reports, during this summit, India will come closer to AI ecosystem. 100 Billion Dollars ($100 Billion) Can sign investment agreements.
Job Creation: PM Modi said before the summit that India will become a hub of ‘data centres’, which will create millions of new employment opportunities for the youth.
What is special for common people?
along with the summit ‘India AI Impact Expo’ is also being organised. In this:
More than 300 exhibition stalls have been set up.
Over 600 high-potential startups are showcasing their innovations.
A live exhibition of the magical use of AI in the fields of health, agriculture and education is taking place.
Pay attention to traffic advisory
Due to VVIP movement, Delhi Police has imposed traffic restrictions on around 50 roads in central Delhi and around Bharat Mandapam. Heavy traffic may be seen on main roads like Mathura Road and Sardar Patel Marg. It will be safest to use Delhi Metro during the main session on 19th February.
