India AI Impact Summit 2026

CPRG is organising several main summit events at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 to be held in New Delhi from 16-20 February 2026. The sessions aim to convene timely, solution-oriented discussions on Al’s real-world implications. These engagements will bring together a diverse set of stakeholders including policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, practitioners, civil society organisations, and international experts to examine how Al is reshaping key sectors and societal outcomes.

Main Summit Events

Data for Development: Building AI in teh Global South

18 February 2026

Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC), New Delhi

Last year, CPRG was the only Indian non-governmental organisation to host an official side event at the AI Action Summit 2025 in Paris, where it convened a high-level panel on a closely aligned theme. Building on this momentum, this session at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 will explore how equitable data ecosystems can enable inclusive and sustainable AI growth across the Global South.

AI for Education: Future-Ready Universities and Schools

February 16, 2026

Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

CPRG is organising a main summit event on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026. A central focus of the event is AI in Education, particularly the deploying AI at scale in schools and Higher Education Institutions. The dialogue will explore government efforts for AI adoption, impact of AI on learning and ensuring basic AI literacy.

PadhAI 2.0: Reimagining the Indian Education System

February 17, 2026

India International Centre, New Delhi

Building on the momentum of the landmark PadhAI Conclave, the event brings together policymakers, educators, and industry leaders, and researchers to move from ideas to implementation, focusing on responsible AI adoption, teacher capacity-building, multilingual and inclusive AI tools, and institutional readiness across schools and universities.

Pre-Summit Events

AI in Scientific Research

January 28, 2026

India International Centre, New Delhi

This upcoming dialogue will examine the role of AI in advancing scientific innovation in India, with a focus on research ecosystems, talent, infrastructure, and policy frameworks. Co-organised with The Asia Group, the event will bring together policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and experts to explore how AI can accelerate discovery, strengthen India’s innovation capacity, and support long-term technological leadership.

AI in Publishing

December 19, 2025

India Habitat Centre, New Delhi

This event brought together publishers, academics, and industry stakeholders to discuss the evolving publishing landscape in India. The discussion examined ongoing changes in India’s publishing landscape, including reading practices and the increasing presence of digital and AI-enabled tools. Overall, the dialogue focused on how the publishing industry can adapt to AI thoughtfully and use it responsibly, rather than treat it as a substitute for creativity or editorial rigour.

AI and the Future of Job Markets

November 19, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott, Brussels, Belgium

A high-level panel discussion convened by CPRG and European partners in Brussels exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming global labour markets. The deliberations generated actionable insights on workforce transitions, skills adaptation, and regulatory coordination to inform future policy and institutional responses.

Advancing Innovation for Equitable AI Access

November 17, 2025

UN Headquarters, Geneva

Convened at the United Nations Headquarters as a pre-summit engagement, CPRG hosted a dialogue aimed at advancing international cooperation and inclusive AI development, generating insights to inform broader global policy discussions. The discussion brought together policymakers, multilateral stakeholders, and domain experts to exchange perspectives on governance, equity, and shared frameworks for responsible AI.

AI in the Creative Economy of India

November 1, 2025

National Stock Exchange, Mumbai

CPRG hosted a roundtable discussion on ‘AI in the Creative Economy in India,’ an official pre-summit dialogue ahead of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, at the National Stock Exchange, Mumbai. The roundtable brought together filmmakers, creative professionals and other relevant industry representatives to deliberate on how artificial intelligence can be harnessed to advance the future of the creative industries and India’s digital economy.

AI for Inclusion in India

October 3, 2025

India International Center, New Delhi

CPRG hosted a seminar on AI for Inclusion in India, bringing together leading voices from policy, academia, and industry. The conversation focused on how AI can help bridge digital divides, enable access to education and finance, and strengthen India’s development agenda. Speakers highlighted opportunities and challenges in designing AI systems that are ethical, equitable, and aligned with India’s socio-economic priorities.

How AI is transforming Fintech

September 11, 2025

New Delhi, India

CPRG hosted a talk by Prof. Rama Malladi of California State University on the transformative role of AI in financial technology. The discussion explored how AI is reshaping finance, enhancing digital payments, credit access, compliance, and customer experience, while also addressing issues of regulation and inclusion. The session offered an international perspective on building a responsible, innovation-driven fintech ecosystem in India.

Urban Governance in the Age of AI

January 5, 2026

The Park, Indore

As part of the pre-summit engagements leading up to the India AI Impact Summit 2026, CPRG convened a roundtable in Indore on “Urban Governance in the Age of AI.” The discussion brought together policymakers, academics, practitioners, and industry leaders to examine the opportunities, risks, and policy implications of AI in areas such as urban governance, policing, education, and social impact. Insights and recommendations from the dialogue will inform deliberations at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.