AI in movies often shows a future where intelligent machines rise rapidly and replace humans almost overnight. While that may sound dramatic, experts warn that the influence of AI is already deeply woven into our daily lives.
Today, the world is not driven only by governments but also by powerful technology companies. Corporations like Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, and X hold enormous influence because they have access to real-time data about how we live, think, and interact.
Every second and every minute, we rely on their platforms. Whether it’s searching on Google to check which day of Valentine’s Week it is, asking ChatGPT to draft a resignation email, using AI tools to plan office meetings, finding the best biryani place in Hyderabad, or even expressing our scattered thoughts and emotions — artificial intelligence has quietly become part of our everyday routine.
AI is no longer just a futuristic concept. It is already shaping how we work, communicate, decide, and live.
AI giants, the companies supporting them, global startups, policymakers, and industry leaders — all have come together on one platform. The reason is the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
Today, February 16, marked its first day, and the atmosphere felt as if the entire world’s tech power had gathered in one place.
In today’s show, we will tell you:
What major developments happened on Day One
Which countries’ state heads and delegations are participating
Which global and Indian tech companies are present
Which big CEOs and founders took the stage
And most importantly — what all of this means for you and us
AI is no longer just a technology; it has become the driving engine shaping policy, business, jobs, and the future economy.
Stay with us — because we’ll bring you every important update in a simple, clear way, without any complicated tech jargon.
Artificial Intelligence — intelligence created by humans, not naturally evolved like the human brain but technologically developed. Its purpose is simple: to make our work easier, speed up decision-making, and make life more efficient.
However, AI also has another side. It has become so powerful that it can transform the nature of jobs and, if misused, can harm reputations and lives through tools like deepfakes.
It is this powerful technology that is currently at the center of a major global dialogue in India. From February 16 to 20, world leaders, CEOs of major tech companies, and global policymakers have gathered in Delhi for this summit. The objective is clear — how should AI be regulated? What rules should govern it? And how can its benefits reach ordinary citizens?
The scale of the event is evident from its guest list.
Top leaders from around 20 countries are participating, including France’s President Emmanuel Macron, Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Switzerland’s President Guy Parmelin, the Netherlands’ Prime Minister Dick Schoof, and Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed Al Nahyan.
In addition, senior representatives from Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Seychelles, as well as leaders from Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Kazakhstan, Serbia, and Slovakia are also attending.
The tech world’s biggest names are present on this stage — Sundar Pichai, Sam Altman, Dario Amodei, Demis Hassabis, Brad Smith, Cristiano Amon, and Bill Gates.
India’s leading business figures are also part of the summit — Mukesh Ambani, N. Chandrasekaran, Nandan Nilekani, Sunil Bharti Mittal, Salil Parekh, and Roshni Nadar Malhotra.
But the most important question is — why does this summit matter to ordinary citizens?
Because today, AI is shaping what tomorrow’s jobs will look like, how education will evolve, how advanced healthcare becomes, how agriculture transforms, and how governments function.
The real issue is this — will India remain just a consumer of AI, or will it emerge as a global leader in building AI and shaping its direction?
The India AI Impact Summit is a serious attempt to answer that very question.
Several key issues are on the table at this summit, and among the most important is — Sovereign LLMs.
Let’s understand this in simple terms.
Sovereign LLMs essentially mean India building its own AI model. Just like OpenAI created ChatGPT, India wants to develop a “homegrown ChatGPT” — one that stores Indian data within the country, works according to India’s needs, and reduces dependence on foreign tech companies.
Vivek Raghavan, founder of Sarvam AI, says India needs AI models that understand our languages, our society, and our ground realities — not systems built only around English and Western contexts.
AI Beyond English
Another major focus is AI Beyond English.
Today, most AI tools are built primarily around English. But in India, millions think and communicate in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, and many other languages.
The summit’s goal is to strengthen AI in Indian languages so that even a farmer in a village or a small-town shopkeeper can benefit from it. In short, AI should not remain a tool only for the elite.
AI for All
The third agenda is AI for All — integrating AI into healthcare, education, agriculture, and government services.
As part of this effort, the central government is launching an AI-powered tool called “Bharat Vistar” for farmers. It will be launched by Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.
This tool will function as a digital agriculture advisor. Farmers can call 155261 anytime, 24/7, and receive farming advice in their own language. They will get guidance on crop sowing, fertilizers, irrigation, weather updates, mandi prices, and government schemes such as PM-Kisan and crop insurance.
The system will provide advice based on data from Agri Stack and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research.
The Big Question: Jobs
While AI offers benefits, it also raises serious concerns — especially about employment.
Former HCL CEO Vineet Nayar has said that companies are profit-driven. If someone believes companies will automatically create large-scale employment in the AI era, they may be dreaming.
Before the AI Impact Summit 2026, tech billionaire investor Vinod Khosla warned that AI is advancing so rapidly that most IT and BPO jobs could disappear within five years. In 15 years, even expert-based professions like doctors, lawyers, and accountants could face disruption.
The Other Side of the Picture
However, there is another perspective.
Professor Anurag Mairal from Stanford University’s School of Medicine believes AI could create millions of new jobs, especially in healthcare. According to him, India has the potential to generate nearly 10 million new healthcare-related jobs through AI — particularly for people willing to upskill and train in this field.
AI and the Indian IT Sector
Any discussion about the AI Summit must include India’s IT sector.
India’s $300 billion IT industry — including companies like Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, and Wipro — is under pressure due to rapid AI advancements.
Recent AI tools such as GPT-5.3 Codex from OpenAI and Opus 4.6 from Anthropic triggered declines in global tech stocks. Investors fear that clients may shift spending from human services to AI tools — a trend often referred to as “AI scare trading.”
However, analysts at JPMorgan Chase suggest that assuming AI will completely replace enterprise software development may be an oversimplification.
Leaders from Indian IT companies say that, for now, productivity gains are happening through collaboration between humans and AI. But over time, the human role could gradually shrink.
Explaining this broader concern, Matt Shumer noted that the future of AI is currently being shaped by a relatively small group of researchers working at companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google DeepMind.
Overall, AI is set to transform the future at an unprecedented speed.
But nothing is purely black or white. The picture is still evolving.
The real challenge is this:
Will we fear AI — or adapt ourselves to grow alongside it?
FAQs: India AI Impact Summit 2026 & The Future of AI
1. Is AI really as powerful as movies show?
Not exactly. Movies often portray AI as something that suddenly takes over the world. In reality, AI is already deeply embedded in our daily lives — quietly influencing how we search, work, communicate, shop, and make decisions. The change is gradual, but very real.
2. How is AI already part of our everyday life?
We use AI almost every minute — searching on Google, asking ChatGPT to draft emails, using AI tools to schedule meetings, getting recommendations on social media, or even finding the best restaurant nearby. Companies like Alphabet Inc., Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and X Corp. run platforms powered by AI and real-time data.
3. What is the India AI Impact Summit 2026?
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is a global gathering of AI leaders, tech CEOs, policymakers, and heads of state. It aims to discuss how AI should be regulated, developed, and used responsibly — especially in a country like India with massive diversity and scale.
4. Which global leaders are attending the summit?
Top leaders from around 20 countries are participating, including:
Emmanuel Macron (France)
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (Brazil)
Pedro Sánchez (Spain)
Guy Parmelin (Switzerland)
Dick Schoof (Netherlands)
Khaled bin Mohamed Al Nahyan (UAE)
Several other global delegations are also present.
5. Which major tech leaders are part of the event?
Some of the biggest names in tech are attending, including:
Sundar Pichai
Sam Altman
Dario Amodei
Demis Hassabis
Brad Smith
Cristiano Amon
Bill Gates
Indian business leaders like Mukesh Ambani and Nandan Nilekani are also participating.
6. What are Sovereign LLMs?
Sovereign LLMs mean building India’s own large language models — similar to how OpenAI built ChatGPT. The idea is to store Indian data within India, reduce reliance on foreign companies, and create AI systems tailored to Indian languages and needs.
7. What is “AI Beyond English”?
Most AI systems are trained primarily in English. But India is multilingual. The summit emphasizes building AI tools that work efficiently in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, and other regional languages so that AI benefits everyone — not just English speakers.
8. What is “AI for All”?
“AI for All” focuses on using AI in healthcare, education, agriculture, and public services.
For example, the government is launching an AI-powered agriculture advisory tool for farmers, supported by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. Farmers will be able to call a dedicated number and receive real-time advice in their own language.
9. Will AI take away jobs?
There are mixed views.
Vineet Nayar believes companies are profit-driven and may not automatically create new jobs in the AI era.
Investor Vinod Khosla warns that many IT and BPO jobs could disappear in the next five years.
However, others disagree.
10. Can AI also create jobs?
Yes. Professor Anurag Mairal believes AI could create millions of new roles, especially in healthcare. India alone could generate up to 10 million new AI-driven healthcare jobs if people upskill properly.
11. How is AI affecting India’s IT sector?
India’s $300 billion IT industry — including Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys, and Wipro — faces pressure from advanced AI tools like those developed by Anthropic and Google DeepMind.
Some investors fear that clients may shift spending from human workers to AI tools — a trend known as “AI scare trading.” However, analysts at JPMorgan Chase say it may be too early to assume AI will completely replace enterprise software services.
12. Who is shaping the future of AI today?
According to Matt Shumer, a relatively small group of researchers at companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google DeepMind are currently influencing the direction of AI development globally.
13. Why does this summit matter to ordinary citizens?
Because AI is shaping the future of jobs, education, healthcare, agriculture, governance, and even how we think and interact.
The core question is:
Will India remain just a user of AI — or become a global leader in building and guiding it?
Final Takeaway
AI is transforming the world at unprecedented speed.
But the future isn’t black or white. It will depend on policy decisions, innovation, regulation, and how individuals adapt.
The real challenge is not whether AI will grow — it already is.
The real challenge is whether we are ready to grow with it.
