India AI Impact Summit 2026: Global Ambitions Meet Local Challenges

The India AI Impact Summit 2026, launched in New Delhi on February 16, has been hailed as the largest artificial intelligence gathering ever hosted in the Global South.

With global leaders, policymakers, and innovators in attendance, the summit aims to shape the future of international AI governance.

However, the opening days have highlighted the growing pains of hosting such a massive event. Attendees faced logistical hurdles including overcrowding, traffic gridlock, and unreliable internet connectivity at the venue. These challenges underscore the complexities of scaling global conferences in rapidly developing regions.

Despite the setbacks, the summit remains a landmark moment for India’s positioning in the global AI landscape.

The coming days will reveal whether the event can overcome its operational hiccups and deliver on its promise of shaping equitable and inclusive AI governance worldwide.

@aditya