600 Startups, Pavilions from 13 Countries... India Will Showcase the Power of AI
India is set to host the AI Impact Summit Expo, which will highlight the capabilities of AI with participation from various global leaders and companies.
The AI Impact Summit Expo, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to be a national showcase titled ‘AI in Action’. This global summit will feature participation from many world leaders and CEOs of leading AI companies. The venue is expected to host about 300 exhibition pavilions, showcasing a vast array of domestic and international companies and startups. With around 600 high-power startups and pavilions from 13 different countries, this expo aims to demonstrate the power of AI and visualize the future of the AI ecosystem.
The expo is structured around a thematic framework focusing on People, Planet, and Progress, and will feature more than 300 selected exhibition pavilions along with live demonstrations. This event aims to establish a networking platform for global technology companies, startups, academic institutions, research organizations, state and central governments, as well as international partners, providing a collaborative environment for innovation and exploration in AI.
Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the event this evening (February 16, 2026) at 5 PM in New Delhi, signifying India's commitment to advancing AI technology and fostering international collaboration in the field of artificial intelligence. This event is expected to gather significant attention from stakeholders in technology and economic sectors alike, as it showcases India's position on the global AI stage.