India is set to present the scale and strength of its artificial intelligence ecosystem as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the India AI Impact Expo 2026 today at 5 PM at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The five-day event is being positioned as one of the country’s largest national platforms dedicated to showcasing “AI in action” — where policy meets implementation and innovation meets real-world scale.
Being held from February 16 to 20, 2026, alongside the India AI Impact Summit, the Expo is expected to highlight how artificial intelligence is transforming governance, industry, startups, and society at large. More than just an exhibition, it represents India’s ambition to become a global hub for AI innovation and technology-driven growth.
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A 70,000 Sq Metre Showcase of India’s AI Momentum
Spread across 10 arenas covering over 70,000 square metres, the Expo will bring together global technology companies, high-growth startups, academia, research institutions, Union Ministries, State Governments, and international partners. The scale reflects the government’s broader push to accelerate AI adoption while strengthening India’s position in the global technology landscape.
The event is designed to demonstrate how AI is already being deployed across sectors — not as a distant future promise, but as a working reality with measurable impact.
Strong Global Participation: 13 Country Pavilions
Reflecting India’s expanding international collaboration in artificial intelligence, the Expo will feature 13 country pavilions. Participating nations include Australia, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Serbia, Estonia, Tajikistan, and Africa.
The presence of these countries underscores growing global engagement with India’s AI ecosystem and signals deeper cross-border partnerships in research, innovation, and responsible AI development.
300+ Exhibitions and 600+ Startups in Focus
The Expo will host over 300 curated exhibition pavilions and live demonstrations structured around three thematic “chakras” — People, Planet, and Progress.
These themes are designed to reflect AI’s broader developmental role:
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People – Leveraging AI for inclusive growth and citizen-centric services
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Planet – Deploying AI solutions for sustainability and environmental resilience
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Progress – Driving economic advancement and technological innovation
More than 600 high-potential startups will showcase real-world, scalable AI solutions already deployed across sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, governance, and fintech.
For India’s deep-tech startup ecosystem, this is a significant moment. The Expo provides a national and global stage for emerging companies building advanced AI solutions, reinforcing the country’s growing innovation-driven startup momentum.
2.5 Lakh Visitors and 3,250+ Speakers
The India AI Impact Expo 2026 is expected to attract over 2.5 lakh visitors, including international delegates, policymakers, investors, researchers, industry leaders, and students.
More than 500 sessions will be conducted during the event, featuring over 3,250 visionary speakers and panelists. Discussions will focus on AI’s transformative impact across sectors and the future roadmap to ensure equitable, inclusive, and responsible AI adoption worldwide.
At a time when global conversations around AI governance and ethics are intensifying, the event aims to position India not only as a technology builder but also as a responsible stakeholder shaping international AI discourse.
PM Modi Calls It a Landmark Moment
Ahead of the inauguration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed pride on X as global leaders, innovators, and experts gather in India for the India AI Impact Summit. He described the event as a landmark moment reflecting the immense potential of India’s youth and the country’s rising stature in the global technology landscape.
Invoking an ancient Sanskrit verse, the Prime Minister подчеркed India’s vision of technology as a force for global good and inclusive progress — reinforcing the idea that AI development must remain aligned with societal welfare.
A Defining Chapter in India’s AI Journey
The India AI Impact Expo 2026 is being seen as a defining milestone in India’s AI-driven future. By bringing together government institutions, global partners, startups, and industry leaders, the event underscores the nation’s ambition to lead in digital innovation, deep-tech entrepreneurship, and responsible AI governance.
From live demonstrations and startup showcases to high-level policy discussions, the Expo represents a comprehensive view of India’s AI ecosystem — one that is expanding rapidly and increasingly integrated into everyday life and economic development.
As the doors open at Bharat Mandapam, the message is clear: India is positioning itself at the forefront of the global AI conversation, not just as a participant, but as a leader shaping the next phase of technological transformation.
