IndiaAI, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the Government of Uttar Pradesh are jointly hosting the Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 in Lucknow on January 12–13, 2026. The two-day event will showcase AI innovations in governance, healthcare, and public service delivery, serving as a precursor to the national IndiaAI Impact Summit in February.
India’s artificial intelligence ecosystem is set to witness a major milestone as IndiaAI, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the Government of Uttar Pradesh collaborate to host the Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 in Lucknow on January 12–13, 2026.
This landmark event is part of a national series of eight regional conferences, designed to align state-level AI initiatives with the broader ambitions of the IndiaAI Mission. The Lucknow conference will serve as a precursor to the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled in New Delhi from February 16–20, 2026.
Key highlights of the conference include:
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Showcasing AI deployments in governance and public service delivery, highlighting how technology is transforming citizen services.
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Focus on healthcare innovation, with AI-driven solutions for diagnostics, patient care, and digital health infrastructure.
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Deliberations on responsible and inclusive AI adoption, ensuring scalability and ethical use across diverse sectors.
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Participation from senior policymakers, global institutions, industry leaders, researchers, and innovators, making it a truly multi-stakeholder dialogue.
The conference underscores Uttar Pradesh’s growing role as an AI hotspot, leveraging digital governance and public infrastructure to demonstrate real-world applications. From AI-powered health systems to state-led digital initiatives, the event will highlight how India’s most populous state is embracing technology to improve efficiency and inclusivity.
Beyond showcasing innovations, the conference aims to foster collaboration between government, academia, and industry, creating a roadmap for AI adoption that is both scalable and sustainable. By convening diverse stakeholders, the event will address challenges such as data privacy, ethical AI frameworks, and equitable access to technology.
For India, the Regional AI Impact Conference series represents a strategic push to democratize AI adoption across states, ensuring that advancements are not limited to metropolitan hubs but reach grassroots governance. Lucknow’s hosting of this conference signals the state’s ambition to position itself as a leader in AI-driven governance and innovation.
As the countdown begins for the IndiaAI Impact Summit in February, the Lucknow conference sets the stage for India’s AI journey, reinforcing the country’s commitment to becoming a global leader in responsible AI innovation.
Sources: WebIndia123, EdexLiveEdex Live, IndiaBlooms, SMEStreetSMEStreet, KNN India, Asianet NewsableAsianet Newsable.