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India AI Summit Signals "Open for Business" Tech Stance, Says MP

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi hailed the AI Impact Summit 2026 as a crucial platform that signals India is "open for business" and embracing technology. She emphasized the imperative for India to develop its own, India-specific AI models to benefit governance, welfare, and entrepreneurship. The summit, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is a five-day global gathering focused on the pillars of People, Planet, and Progress. It aims to translate AI discussions into actionable outcomes under the IndiaAI Mission.

Key Points: AI Summit Shows India Open for Business: Priyanka Chaturvedi

  • Summit signals India's openness for tech business
  • Need for India-specific AI solutions
  • AI can benefit governance & welfare
  • Encouraging Indian entrepreneurs
  • Part of broader IndiaAI Mission
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"It signals to the world that we are open for business": Priyanka Chaturvedi at AI Impact Summit

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi says AI Impact Summit signals India is open for business & stresses need for India-specific AI solutions.

"It signals to the world that we are open for business and embracing technology. - Priyanka Chaturvedi"

New Delhi, February 17

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Tuesday called the AI Impact Summit 2026 an important platform for technology and innovation, saying it "signals to the world that we are open for business".

She also emphasised the need for India-specific AI solutions to benefit governance, welfare, and entrepreneurship.

Speaking to ANI, Chaturvedi said, "This is an important Summit for the country. I have an interest in AI. I am a part of the IT and Communication standing committee. I have round table discussions scheduled on the same topic... This can benefit India because AI can play a significant role in technology, innovation, governance, and the implementation of welfare schemes... If this is a solution-based Summit, it is a good thing, as it signals to the world that we are open for business and embracing technology."

"It is crucial for India to build its own AI models... Our models should be India-specific and provide solutions for India... We should encourage Indian entrepreneurs to find India-based, India-first solutions. That will be more powerful," she said.

A day earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital, underscoring India's commitment to responsible and inclusive Artificial Intelligence.

The India AI Impact Summit is a five-day programme anchored in three foundational pillars, or "Sutras": People, Planet, and Progress.

The summit started on February 16 and will continue until February 20.

The Summit, the first global AI gathering to be hosted in the Global South, will witness unprecedented participation, with over 20 Heads of State, 60 Ministers, and 500 global AI leaders.

Bringing together policymakers, technology companies, innovators, academia, and industry leaders, the Summit seeks to translate global AI deliberations into actionable development outcomes under the IndiaAI Mission and the Digital India initiative.

- ANI

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Priya S
I completely agree with the emphasis on India-specific AI solutions. We have unique challenges in governance, agriculture, and healthcare. A model trained only on Western data won't work for our villages. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Good to see focus on "India-first" solutions. But I hope this summit isn't just about speeches and photo-ops. We need clear policy frameworks and funding for startups actually building this tech. Action matters more than words.
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Sarah B
As someone working in tech here, the global attention is fantastic. The "People, Planet, Progress" pillars sound promising. Hope the discussions on responsible AI are substantive and lead to real safeguards.
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Karthik V
First global AI summit in the Global South hosted by India! This is a matter of pride. Let's make the most of this opportunity and lead the conversation on inclusive technology that doesn't leave anyone behind. 🙏
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Michael C
The potential for AI in implementing welfare schemes efficiently is huge. If it can reduce leakage and ensure help reaches the right people, it will be a game-changer for millions. A very important initiative.

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