New Delhi: India is set to host the AI Impact Summit in February 2026, reinforcing its commitment to democratizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the public good, the Parliament was informed this week. This landmark event aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of making technology accessible to all and leveraging AI to tackle real-world challenges across healthcare, education, agriculture, climate, and governance, Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnav told the Lok Sabha.
The IndiaAI mission, which prioritizes accountability, safety, equity, and the defence of privacy and human rights, is at the core of India's AI strategy. According to the statement, one of the main highlights is the creation of native Large and Small Language Models using Indian datasets.
