Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed that a dedicated “war room” has been functioning since the first day to monitor operations and resolve issues in real time, with officials working round the clock to ensure smoother management of the event.
Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw addresses media at Bharat Mandapam
New Delhi: Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday expressed regret over the disruptions witnessed on the opening day of the India AI Impact Summit, describing the overwhelming turnout as a sign of the country’s growing enthusiasm for artificial intelligence.
Addressing the media at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, where the summit is being held, Vaishnaw acknowledged that some participants experienced inconvenience due to heavy crowds. He apologised to those affected and assured that corrective measures have already been implemented.
Calling it the “largest AI summit in the world,” the minister said the response had exceeded expectations, with more than 70,000 attendees participating on the first day. He highlighted the strong energy among visitors, industry leaders and exhibitors, noting that arrangements had since been streamlined.
Vaishnaw emphasised that the government remains open to suggestions and is committed to improving the overall experience for attendees. He revealed that a dedicated “war room” has been functioning since the first day to monitor operations and resolve issues in real time, with officials working round the clock to ensure smoother management of the event.
The summit continues amid high interest from stakeholders across the technology ecosystem. Further updates are awaited as the event progresses.
Backgrounder
The mega AI India Impact Summit kicked off on 17 February in New Delhi, with leading tech leaders, policymakers, and experts from around the world participating. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will later inaugurated the "AI India Expo" as part of this major event. The summit is being seen as a key platform to showcase India's technological capabilities and global leadership.
India Rapidly Progressing in Science and Technology
Welcoming delegates on social media, PM Modi said that the presence of people from across the world at this summit is a matter of pride for India and reflects the potential of the country's youth. He said that India is making rapid progress in science and technology and is making significant contributions to global development. According to him, the collective power of 1.4 billion Indians puts the country at the forefront of AI transformation.
Thanks to the 1.4 billion people of India, our nation stands at the forefront of the AI transformation. From digital public infrastructure to a vibrant StartUp ecosystem and cutting-edge research, our strides in AI reflect both ambition and responsibility.
