India will host the AI Impact Summit in February 2026, announced Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw. The summit is expected to bring together global experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to address the safety, ethics, and impact of artificial intelligence on society and the economy. The event will position India as a key player in shaping global AI governance while promoting innovation and responsible adoption.

In preparation for the summit, NITI Aayog has organized a series of showcases highlighting successful AI applications across multiple sectors. District-level projects have demonstrated significant results, including improved learning outcomes in education, increased productivity in agriculture, and better healthcare delivery in underserved regions. These initiatives are seen as proof points that AI can deliver inclusive and scalable benefits when implemented thoughtfully.

Vaishnaw emphasized that hosting the summit aligns with the government’s vision of “Viksit Bharat,” a developed India by 2047. According to a roadmap released by NITI Aayog and the NITI Frontier Tech Hub, AI has the potential to contribute significantly to economic growth, helping the country close the gap between its projected GDP of $6.6 trillion and its target of $8.3 trillion by 2035. The report identifies two primary growth drivers: widespread adoption of AI across industries and innovation powered by generative AI research.

Sectors such as banking, manufacturing, education, and healthcare are expected to see early gains from AI-driven efficiencies and innovations. The summit will serve as a platform to share best practices, set policy directions, and ensure that AI technologies are deployed in a manner that is safe, ethical, and inclusive for all citizens.