India AI Summit 2026: Bill Gates To Sam Altman On Driving India’s $7 Trillion Goal

India has taken center stage in the global technology conversation with the launch of the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. The high-profile event, held at Bharat Mandapam from February 16–20, brings together global leaders such as Bill Gates, Sam Altman, and Sundar Pichai, alongside policymakers, innovators, and industry heads.  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi described this as India’s “technology decade,” emphasizing that AI, semiconductors, and capital will define the nation’s strategic power in the coming years. The summit focuses on building domestic AI models, boosting semiconductor production, and securing critical minerals to ensure technology sovereignty.  

India’s ambitious target of reaching a $7 trillion economy by 2030 is closely tied to its AI strategy. By integrating AI into sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and finance, the country aims to drive productivity, innovation, and inclusive growth. The summit also highlights India’s role in shaping global AI ethics, governance, and responsible innovation.  

Key highlights from the announcement include  

• India hosts AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi  
• Global leaders Bill Gates, Sam Altman, and Sundar Pichai in attendance  
• Focus on AI, semiconductors, and critical minerals for technology sovereignty  
• Prime Minister Modi calls this India’s “technology decade”  
• AI seen as a driver of India’s $7 trillion economic goal  
• Summit emphasizes responsible innovation and global AI governance  

Analysts note that India’s proactive approach to AI adoption and semiconductor manufacturing could position it as a global leader in technology. The summit reflects India’s determination to combine innovation with economic growth, ensuring that AI becomes a cornerstone of its development roadmap.  

Sources: NDTV, India Today, India AI Impact Summit Official Website