The India AI Impact Summit 2026, which began on February 16 and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has faced severe criticism due to significant organizational failures, including overcrowding, long queues, and logistical confusion that delayed entry for many attendees. Reports of theft and complaints about basic amenities have further marred the event, prompting IT Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar to apologize for the mismanagement, which has been described as a 'global embarrassment' by opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge (The Hindu). Despite these challenges, the summit has attracted around 250,000 participants and aims to emphasize India's commitment to responsible AI use, with discussions surrounding a proposed 'Delhi Declaration' on AI governance (Financial Times).
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India AI Impact Summit 2026 Faces Criticism for Mismanagement
The India AI Impact Summit 2026, inaugurated by PM Modi, faced criticism for mismanagement but attracted 250,000 attendees. Adani's $100B AI investment aims to boost India's tech infrastructure sig...
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