New Delhi: The India AI Impact Summit 2026, organized under the India AI Mission of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, was held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The summit brought together global leaders, policymakers, researchers, startups, and industry stakeholders to explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in economic growth, governance, and social development.

 

The summit featured multiple initiatives such as AI for ALL, AI by HER, and YUVAi Global Challenges, aimed at encouraging AI innovation, women-led AI solutions, and youth-driven technological advancements. These initiatives created opportunities for innovators, entrepreneurs, and organizations worldwide to showcase impactful AI solutions addressing real-world challenges. 

 

South Asian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) also played a role in the ecosystem around the summit by promoting business collaboration, entrepreneurship, and innovation among its network of entrepreneurs and enterprises. SACCI serves as a global platform connecting thousands of business professionals and providing advisory services, networking opportunities, and support for start-ups and small and medium enterprises to expand their capabilities and access investors. 

 

Through participation and engagement in events related to the AI summit ecosystem, SACCI contributed to strengthening dialogue between industry leaders, startups, and investors, encouraging the adoption of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in business and economic development across the South Asian region.