Modi Seeks Global AI Leadership at New Delhi Summit Amid Economic Revival

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead India’s push for a central role in the global AI race at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, attended by heads of state and tech leaders including OpenAI’s Sam Altman and Alphabet’s Sundar Pichai. The event follows a year of diplomatic and economic recovery, with India securing a trade deal with the EU and reduced U.S. tariffs, boosting investor confidence. Domestically, Modi has implemented labor reforms and a consumption tax overhaul, with officials projecting FY2026 GDP growth above 7.2%. Despite these gains, challenges remain: automation threatens IT employment, and job creation for a swelling workforce is critical. The summit aims to position India as a leader in AI talent and applications, appealing to the Global South.