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India's AI Summit: Global Leaders Push for Inclusive Governance

2/22/2026

Summary

Modi Advocates Responsible AI

India's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact Summit in New Delhi aimed to position India globally in AI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Prime Minister of India) urged responsible AI governance and inclusion for Global South.
More than 500,000 attendees and 88 countries signed the New Delhi Declaration to promote equitable AI access.
Logistical challenges and withdrawals by speakers such as Bill Gates affected the summit.
India seeks $200 billion in AI investments.

History

Historical Context

The United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals in 2015, promoting global cooperation for equitable development among 193 member states, including India. The AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2026, aims to secure $200 billion in AI investments, reflecting India's strategy to enhance its technological landscape and support inclusive growth for the Global South.

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Modi Advocates Responsible AI

India's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact Summit in New Delhi aimed to position India globally in AI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Prime Minister of India) urged responsible AI governance and inclusion for Global South.
More than 500,000 attendees and 88 countries signed the New Delhi Declaration to promote equitable AI access.
Logistical challenges and withdrawals by speakers such as Bill Gates affected the summit.
India seeks $200 billion in AI investments.

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