India successfully organised and hosted AI Impact Summit 2026: CPRG Director Dr Ramanand
By Amit Kumar, New Delhi, February 20
Center of Policy Research and Governance Director & Co-Founder Dr Ramanand on Friday said that India successfully organised and hosted AI Impact Summit 2026, and it was a resounding success thanks to the level of participation.
Speaking to ANI, CPRG Director Dr Ramanand says that India successfully organised and hosted the AI Summit, and it was a resounding success thanks to the level of participation. This participation went beyond mere numbers; people from different countries, societies, and generations came together to engage in meaningful dialogue.
"The summit reinforced the belief that technology is for everyone. It sent a strong message to the world: anyone, regardless of background, can adopt and benefit from technology..," he told ANI
The CPRG Director further told ANI that the most important thing about the AI Summit 2026 is India's platform, almost every country in the world that talks about AI, whether a large or small country, brought their messages. Secondly, India provided a model with very limited resources, apps and tools that can be developed that are beneficial to everyone. India also sent the message that even with limited resources, technologies can be developed that benefit humanity.
"This AI summit has established India as a major technological power in the world and has represented the Global South and explained why technology should be available to countries facing a lack of resources," he added
Dr Ramanand further told ANI that the technology India is developing is not for the Global North but for the Global South, benefiting countries with fewer resources. The people of India will directly benefit from AI. Whether it's the employment sector, technology, or the country's vision of a developed India in 2047, AI will play a crucial role.
The technology India is developing is not for the Global North but for the Global South, benefiting countries with fewer resources. The people of India will directly benefit from AI. Whether it's the employment sector, technology, or the country's vision of a developed India in 2047, AI will play a crucial role.
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 concluded successfully in New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam, establishing itself as a premier global AI event focused on responsible, inclusive technology.
The India AI Impact Summit brought together policymakers, industry leaders and technology experts from across the world to deliberate on responsible AI development, global cooperation and innovation-led growth.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As someone working in tech, it's encouraging to see India taking a lead in inclusive AI. The focus on developing tools with limited resources is a game-changer for many nations.
Great initiative, but I hope the benefits truly reach the common man. Sometimes these summits feel like talk shops for elites. The real test is creating affordable AI solutions for our farmers and small businesses.
Bharat Mandapam is becoming the go-to venue for global events! This summit aligning with our 2047 vision is perfect timing. AI for employment generation should be the top priority now.
Representing the Global South is a big responsibility. Hope we walk the talk and develop AI that solves our unique problems - from climate-resilient agriculture to affordable healthcare. The intent is good.
Impressive to see India's growing role in shaping the global tech conversation. The emphasis on "technology for everyone" is a much-needed perspective in the AI discourse.
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