Parliament Question: Guidelines for Participants in Exhibitions

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF INFORMATION & BROADCASTING LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3203 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.03.2026 GUIDELINES FOR PARTICIPANTS IN EXHIBITIONS 3203. SHRI SACHITHANANTHAM R: Will the Minister of INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING be pleased to state; (a) whether any guidelines were laid down for exhibitors for representation, product origin and claims about technology showcased at the event and if so, the details thereof; (b) the details of criteria laid down for participants; (c) whether the Ministry verified claims of innovation by participating institutions before their display at the summit and if so, the details of the verification process; (d) the details of basis on which some private university was selected for the AI Summit; and (e) the manner in which the Government attempt to popularise a fake claim by the University as India's achievement which undermines country's credibility in research and development and education sectors?ANSWER MINISTER OF STATE FOR INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING; AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (DR. L. MURUGAN) (a) to (e): In line with Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's vision, the Government is democratising the development and usage of technology. The focus is using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for solving real-world problems and ultimately improving lives across various sectors. Recognising its importance, the Government of India is working closely with international partners, industry, academia and States to promote responsible and inclusive use of AI. India hosted the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 from 16–21 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. For the first time, the Global AI Summit took place in the Global South. The shift signals a broader move toward a more inclusive global AI dialogue. The Summit concluded as a historic global convergence, firmly establishing India as a global hub for artificial intelligence innovation, governance, partnership, and inclusive growth. The five-day mega-event, the largest of its kind hosted by any developing nation, brought together leaders from governments, industry, academia, civil society, and startups under the theme “SarvajanHitaya, SarvajanSukhaya” (Welfare for all, Happiness of all). The India AI Impact Expo was conducted as a side event of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, aligned with the theme of showcasing India’s power of AI for Global Good. Participation was invited through Expression of Interest (EOI) from various AI ecosystem partners, viz. Corporates, Startups, Country Representations, Central Govt. (Min & Depts), State Govt., Public Sector Undertakings, Academia / Research Institutions, and NGOs. The exhibition space was allotted on a First-Come-First-Serve basis, subject to availability of space and within the approved layout framework of the Expo. The responsibility regarding the nature of exhibits, representations made, and compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements rested with the respective exhibitors in the India AI Impact Expo. The Government did not attempt to popularize a fake claim by the exhibitor. The Government took prompt action against the concerned exhibitor. *******