India AI Impact Summit 2026 (Part II)

India AI Impact Summit 2026 (Part II)

Why in News?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 2nd India AI Impact Summit held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi (16–20 February 2026).

Key Highlights

MANAV Framework

AI Governance Framework:

• M – Moral & Ethical Systems
• A – Accountable
• N – National Sovereignty
• A – Accessible & Inclusive
• V – Valid & Legitimate

Objectives

• Ethical AI
• Responsible AI
• Data sovereignty
• Inclusive AI
• Legal accountability

Other Highlights

• France President Emmanuel Macron attended.
• UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the summit.
• New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact adopted.
• Endorsed by 91 countries & international organisations.
• 2027 AI Impact Summit to be held in Geneva, Switzerland.

UPSC Prelims Facts

• Venue: Bharat Mandapam
• Theme: Responsible AI Governance