AI Impact Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: 600+ Startups, AI-Powered Security Grid- What's On Agenda As Delhi Takes Global Stage

AI Summit 2026: Senior British ministers have arrived in New Delhi to participate in the India AI Impact Summit 2026, positioning artificial intelligence at the heart of economic growth, public service reform and global cooperation.

The UK delegation is being led by Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy and AI Minister Kanishka Narayan, who are set to engage in high-level discussions and bilateral meetings aimed at strengthening technology ties between the United Kingdom and India.

AI Summit 2026: Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology S Krishnan on Monday said that over 2.5 lakh participants from across India and around the world have registered for the ongoing India Impact AI Summit 2026, exceeding expectations. 

"The enthusiasm to participate in the event has truly grown. We have more than 2.5 lakh registrations from across India and the rest of the world. We've tried to make all the arrangements that we can. We never anticipated that there would be so many people willing and wanting to attend, which is why we did not restrict the registrations. So on all the days except the 19th, all of them are welcome to attend the various sessions that are going on," he said.

AI Summit 2026: To ensure the safety of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, authorities have implemented a massive, AI-driven security framework. A force of over 10,000 personnel, including Delhi Police and paramilitary units, has been deployed across a highly organized grid of 10 zones and 22 sectors.

In a fitting move for an AI summit, the security strategy leans heavily on advanced technology, featuring 350 AI-enabled cameras and more than 750 CCTVs for real-time monitoring. The defensive perimeter around Bharat Mandapam is further reinforced by five anti-drone systems, four air defense guns, and 25 dedicated anti-sabotage and bomb disposal teams.

AI Summit 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed all world leaders, industry experts and other dignitaries who have arrived to participate in the event. 

In an 'X' post, the Prime Minister emphasised the theme of the summit, which is "Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya", meaning welfare for all, happiness for all, reflecting India's shared commitment to harnessing Artificial Intelligence for human-centric progress.

AI Summit 2026: France is stepping up its strategic partnership with India in the fields of innovation, artificial intelligence and future technologies. 

The year 2026 marks the official launch of the India-France Year of Innovation by French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This landmark initiative celebrates the deep cooperation between the two nations across AI, deeptech, research, industrial innovation, and the digital economy.

AI Summit 2026: Executive Vice President Nvidia Jay Puri, who is part of the Summit believes that the world is witnessing the start of a new industrial era shaped by AI.

"It's incredibly exciting to be traveling to New Delhi for the AI summit at such a defining moment for our industry. The energy, ambition and pace of innovation we are seeing are extraordinary. We are at the beginning of a new industrial era, one that will be shaped by AI..." Jay Puri said in a video posted by the Indian Embassy in the US.

AI Summit 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Global AI Impact Expo. 

Ahead of the Summit, he welcomed the delegates coming to India and highlighted the country's progress in the field of science and tech--making an indelible contribution to global development.

PM Modi will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026 at the Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

AI Summit 2026: Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates arrived in Amravti, Andhra Pradesh ahead of attending the AI-India Impact summit in Delhi. Andhra Pradesh Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader Nara Lokesh received Gates at the Airport and expressed optimism about future collaborations.

Gates is among the top global leaders who will be attending the AI Impact Summit that is being held in India from February 16 to 20, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to inaugurate the expo today at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

AI Summit 2026: The Prime Minister on Monday welcomed the delegates to the mega event highlighting the role of the country's youth in driving technological progress. 

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote," It is a matter of immense pride for us that people from all over the world are coming to India for the India AI Impact Summit. This also shows the capability of our country's youth. This occasion is further proof that our country is progressing rapidly in the field of science and technology and is making an important contribution to global development."

AI Summit 2026: Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport on Monday issued a passenger advisory ahead of the India AI Summit at Bharat Mandapam, warning travellers of possible traffic congestion and delays to and from the airport, and advised using the metro for convenient access. 

In a post on X, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) advised passengers to plan their journeys in advance due to major events in the national capital that could disrupt road traffic.

AI Summit 2026: Starting today, India kicks off the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, with the theme "Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya". 

PM Modi will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026 at the Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

The Expo is also expected to attract over 2.5 lakh visitors, including international delegates, and aims to foster global partnerships and business opportunities within the AI ecosystem.In addition, more than 500 sessions featuring over 3,250 speakers and panellists will be conducted during the event.

AI Summit 2026: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Sunday issued a traffic advisory ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to begin in the national capital on February 16. 

In an advisory posted on X, the Ministry urged delegates attending the summit at Bharat Mandapam and Sushma Swaraj Bhawan to use public transport due to limited parking availability and revised gate access arrangements. 

The Ministry also requested that attendees adhere to the updated entry protocols and entry timings communicated for both venues to ensure smooth movement and security coordination during the high-profile international event.