PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam on Monday, featuring over 600 startups and international pavilions, showcasing India’s AI innovation and global collaboration. Pics/PTI/X (@narendramodi)
Updated On: 2026-02-17 03:51 PM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday toured the expansive expo floor, which spans more than 70,000 square metres across 10 arenas, bringing together global technology firms, startups, academia and government representatives
The Prime Minister also interacted with startup founders and researchers, spending several minutes at stalls to understand AI solutions already deployed in real-world settings
Over 600 high-potential startups showcase population-scale innovations, reflecting the growing strength of India’s AI ecosystem
The Expo features more than 300 curated exhibition pavilions and live demonstrations, organised under three themes: people, planet and progress. (Pic/PTI)
Emerging tech companies present solutions aligned with sustainability, social impact, visually challenged and digital infrastructure
Reliance Jio Chairman Akash Ambani explaining the AI integration exemplifying India’s push for innovation that is globally relevant and scalable
The Prime Minister tries a sleek, spectacles-like AI device, symbolising the futuristic technology on display at the summit
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State Jitin Prasada were also present along with PM Modi as he engages with innovators and exhibitors
In a message shared on X, Modi emphasised that “intelligence and rationality” are essential to ensure AI benefits society and serves the public interest
