India Has Potential To Lead In AI, Says Sam Altman Ahead Of AI Impact Summit 2026

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said India has the potential to become a global leader in artificial intelligence ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled from February 16–20 in New Delhi. The summit will bring together world leaders, tech executives, and policymakers to discuss AI development, governance, and investment.

Sam Altman Highlights India’s Strengths

Altman said India has “all the ingredients” to become a full-stack AI leader, citing:

• Large and skilled tech workforce
• Growing adoption of AI tools across education and business
• Significant demographic advantage for technology scaling

He also emphasised the importance of partnerships between global companies and the Indian government to expand AI access, infrastructure, and practical applications across sectors.

Summit Details

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 will be held at Bharat Mandapam and feature:

• Panel discussions and workshops on AI governance
• Showcases of innovative AI solutions
• Engagements with global tech leaders and policymakers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet CEOs, including Altman, as part of discussions on AI investment and strategy.

India’s Vision For AI

Officials said the summit will promote democratic and inclusive AI development. India aims to create frameworks that:

• Extend AI benefits across society
• Support human-centric and responsible AI deployment
• Strengthen AI research and innovation in the Global South

Altman’s remarks reinforce India’s growing prominence in the global AI landscape.

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