India AI Impact Summit 2026 Day 2 Live Updates: Key Sessions, Global Leaders & Major Announcements

Day 2 of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 is underway at Bharat Mandapam, featuring the launch of AI Knowledge Compendiums and a high-level Seminar on Applied AI. Key sessions today include panels on AI in Education, Great Powers in the Age of AI, and Child Safety & Accountability in the AI era. With packed sessions and strategic dialogues, today’s agenda is shaping India’s roadmap for responsible and inclusive artificial intelligence.

Day 2 of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 is underway at Bharat Mandapam, bringing together world leaders, technology CEOs, policymakers, researchers, and innovators to shape the future of responsible artificial intelligence.

The summit, running from 16–20 February 2026 under the Government of India’s IndiaAI Mission, focuses on advancing responsible, inclusive, and impact-driven AI. With more than 500 planned sessions, over 300 exhibitors, and participation from 100+ countries, it stands as one of the largest AI gatherings globally.

📍 Morning Sessions (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

⭐ Seminar on Applied AI & Knowledge Compendium Launch

Day 2 begins with a high-energy Seminar on Applied AI Across Sectors, where government officials and industry leaders highlight real-world AI adoption in healthcare, education, agriculture, energy, and governance.

A major highlight today is the unveiling of AI Knowledge Compendiums — thematic casebooks covering AI use cases in:

• Health
• Energy
• Education
• Agriculture
• Gender Empowerment
• Accessibility

These compendiums aim to accelerate implementation and promote global best practices in responsible AI deployment.

Key Focus Areas:

• Scalable and inclusive AI solutions for public services
• Policy-to-practice frameworks discussed in expert roundtables

👥 Panel: Ministry of Education – AI in Education Roadmap

A marquee session brings together leading academicians and industry leaders to discuss AI’s transformative role in India’s education ecosystem.

Notable Speakers Include:

• Dr. Sridhar Vembu — Founder & CEO, Zoho Corp
• Dr. Vibhu Mittal — Innovation Leader, Inflection
• Rajan Anandan — Managing Director, Peak XV Partners
• Prof. Manindra Agrawal — Director, IIT Kanpur
• Prof. V. Kamakoti — Director, IIT Madras
• Prof. Sunita Sarawagi — IIT Bombay
   (Moderated by Prof. Manoj S. Gaur)

Core Themes:

• AI-enhanced curricula and teacher augmentation
• Future-ready skilling pathways
• Expanding inclusive access to AI-powered learning platforms

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🕐 Early Afternoon Sessions (12:30 PM – 3:00 PM)

🔍 Session: Great Powers in the Age of AI and Cognitive Systems

This global policy dialogue explores the strategic interplay between AI leadership and national interests. Hosted by the World Academy of Art and Science, the session examines geopolitical dynamics shaping AI governance and equitable access.

Discussion Points:

• AI as a geopolitical catalyst
• Ethical frameworks for cross-border AI cooperation
• Cognitive systems and international stability

📊 Panel: AI and Socio-Economic Inclusivity

Industry experts and policymakers discuss how AI can bridge economic disparities rather than deepen them, particularly in emerging economies.

Focus Areas:

• AI solutions for workforce transitions
• Public-private partnerships to democratize technology access
• Data equity and inclusive innovation pathways

☀️ Mid-Afternoon Sessions (3:00 PM – 5:30 PM)

🛡️ Panel: Child Safety & Accountability in the AI Era

This session takes center stage with a solution-oriented debate on safeguarding children in AI-driven digital environments.

Featured Panelists Include:

• Representatives from Snapchat
• Cyber-safety advocates
• Education and child rights experts

Key Insights Emerging:

• Clear labeling of AI-generated content
• Stronger parental control and privacy safeguards
• Zero tolerance for behavioral profiling of minors

🤝 Session: India Leading AI Democratization

Industry leaders, including representatives from the US-India Business Council, highlight India’s role in scaling AI affordably — particularly for the Global South.

Key Emphasis:

• Strength of India’s digital public infrastructure
• Expansive data ecosystem
• Strategic international AI partnerships

🌐 High-Profile Participation

Day 2 also sees strong diplomatic engagement:

• Alar Karis participates in strategic AI cooperation discussions.
• Emmanuel Macron engages in bilateral dialogues with Narendra Modi on AI innovation, governance, and technology collaboration.

🧠 Strategic Themes Emerging Today

🔎 AI for Inclusive Growth

Speakers emphasize that AI must expand opportunity across society rather than concentrate benefits.

🛡️ Responsible & Ethical AI

Discussions stress algorithmic accountability, child protection frameworks, and global governance standards.

🌍 Global South Leadership

India positions itself as a key convener for emerging economies, advocating accessible AI, shared standards, and community-centric deployment models.

📌 What’s Next?

As the summit continues into 18–20 February, the agenda shifts toward research symposiums, innovation challenges including AI by HER and YUVAI, plenary sessions, and high-level roundtables expected to culminate in strategic AI policy declarations.