India at forefront of AI transformation: PM Modi welcomes world leaders at AI Impact Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed leaders from all across the world as the India AI Impact Summit kicked off  at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Monday.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister said that the theme of the Summit is 'Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya' (welfare for all, happiness for all), reflecting our shared commitment to harnessing artificial intelligence for human-centric progress.

Bringing the world together to discuss AI!

Starting today, India hosts the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi. I warmly welcome world leaders, captains of industry, innovators, policymakers, researchers and tech enthusiasts from across the world for this Summit. The… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 16, 2026

PM Modi said the AI Impact Summit has drawn global attention to the country’s growing technological capabilities, calling it a moment of pride for the nation and a reflection of the potential of India’s youth.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi credited India’s 1.4 billion citizens for the country’s growing leadership in artificial intelligence, saying the nation’s progress is being driven by people-led innovation and responsibility.

“Thanks to the 1.4 billion people of India, our nation stands at the forefront of the AI transformation. From digital public infrastructure to a vibrant StartUp ecosystem and cutting-edge research, our strides in AI reflect both ambition and responsibility,” he wrote.

Stating that the summit will enrich global discourse on diverse aspects of AI, such as innovation, collaboration and responsible use, PM Modi said, "AI today is transforming several sectors, including healthcare, education, agriculture, governance and enterprise...I am confident that the outcomes of the Summit will help shape a future that is progressive, innovative and opportunity-driven."