AI Summit Day 2: Three lakh registrations so far, focus on inclusive AI growth
India Today
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi has drawn overwhelming interest, with registration crossing three lakh on Day 2 of the expo.
The second day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi saw even larger footfall, renewed energy, and a clearer sense of purpose as global leaders, innovators and students converged to shape conversations around the future of artificial intelligence.
After a challenging opening day marked by long queues, congestion, and confusion, Day 2 struck a more confident note. While the crowds only swelled — with registrations crossing three lakh — the atmosphere inside the venue was warmer, more organised and visibly more optimistic. An AI-driven robot serves food during the India AI Impact Summit. (PTI photo)
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed that over three lakh people have registered for the summit, reflecting what he described as “very strong response” and widespread excitement about AI.
So overwhelming has the interest been that the specially designed summit website has stopped accepting new registrations due to capacity constraints. The government has advised additional participants to join virtually and follow the sessions live.
Nearly 2.5 lakh people had already registered by the end of Day 1, a figure that climbed sharply by Tuesday. The sheer turnout has made the pavilion areas heavily congested, with narrow passages packed with visitors eager to explore the future of AI.
The exhibition segment has emerged as the biggest crowd-puller. Around 600 high-potential startups are showcasing AI-driven solutions across sectors, alongside 13 country pavilions and multiple Union government ministries. Visitors during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. (PTI Photo)
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