**Executive Summary**
The Research Symposium on ‘AI and its Impact’ is part of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, and aims to bridge AI research with policy and real-world applications. It will be held on February 18, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to register on the official Summit website to participate in the dialogue.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Symposium Overview:**
* Designed to connect AI research with real-world decision-making.
* Will feature diverse perspectives from India and abroad.
* **Event Details:**
* Scheduled for February 18, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam.
* Will showcase 30 selected posters from different categories (Global South Poster Track, India Forum Showcase, Students Showcase).
* **Focus Areas:**
* Human capital, inclusion, safety, trust, resilience, innovation, science, and AI's use for economic growth and social good.
* **Event Features:**
* Plenary Sessions: Keynotes and dialogues with researchers on the transformative potential of AI.
* International Research Panels: Short presentations by global leaders on AI innovations.
* Global South Research & Posters Showcase: Showcasing research posters by students and teams.
* **Expected Outcomes:**
* Clear and implementable outcomes.
* Stronger collaboration between research institutions and decision-makers.
* Better use of research to support responsible AI adoption.
* **Further Information**
* Details about the symposium and the AI Impact Summit 2026 can be found on the websites: https://impact.indiaai.gov.in/events/research-symposium and https://impact.indiaai.gov.in/.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Researchers and Practitioners (India, Global South, International Community)**
* *Impact:* Provided with a forum to present research, exchange methods, and forge collaborations.
* *Action Required:* Consider presenting frontier work on the impact of AI; register for event on the official website.
**Stakeholder: Students and Collaborative Teams (Global South)**
* *Impact:* Opportunity to showcase research posters and participate in mentorship programs.
* *Action Required:* Submit research posters for consideration; register for event on the official website.
**Stakeholder: Decision-Makers and Policy Influencers**
* *Impact:* A platform to understand current AI research and its implications for policy.
* *Action Required:* Attend the symposium to gain insights into AI research and potential policy applications.
**Stakeholder: General Public/Interested Parties**
* *Impact:* Opportunity to learn about the latest AI research and its impact on various sectors.
* *Action Required:* Visit the Summit website to learn more and potentially participate in the event.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Electronics & IT: The ministry responsible for electronics and information technology, overseeing the India AI Impact Summit.
India AI Impact Summit 2026: A summit focused on the impact of AI, featuring the Research Symposium.
Research Symposium: A part of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, connecting AI research with policy and real-world use.
Global South: A key focus area of the Research Symposium, highlighting research and innovation from developing nations.
Bharat Mandapam: The location of the Research Symposium.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
Research Symposium at India AI Impact Summit
Draws the World’s AI Minds
Connecting AI Research with Policy and Real-World Use
Focused Platform for Practical, Responsible and Inclusive AI
Posted On: 06 FEB 2026 6:18PM by PIB Delhi
The Research Symposium on ‘AI and its Impact’ being organised as part of the India AI Impact Summit
2026 has received a strong response from both the national and the global research community, with 250+
submissions.
Designed to bring AI research closer to real-world decision-making, the Symposium will serve as a bridge
between research, policy and practice and bring together diverse perspectives from India and abroad.
Scheduled to be held on February 18, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, it will feature 30 selected posters
under the Global South Poster Track, 15 from the India Forum Showcase and 15 under the Students
Showcase.
The Symposium has been conceived as an interdisciplinary forum, bringing together leading researchers
and practitioners from India, the Global South, and the wider international community to present
frontier work on the impact of AI, exchange methods and evidence, and forge collaborations. They will
engage on key areas such as human capital, inclusion, safety and trust, resilience, innovation, science, and
the use of AI for economic growth and social good.
The Symposium will broadly feature Plenary Keynotes and research dialogues, International Research
panels and Global South Research & Posters Showcase.
The Plenary Sessions will have thought-provoking keynotes, fireside chats and dialogues with eminent
Indian and international researchers, featuring in-depth discussions on the transformative potential of AI,
exploring theoretical foundations, practical applications, and societal implications.
The International Research Panels will have short, focused presentations by global research leaders
highlighting groundbreaking AI innovations. This track provides a platform for sharing cutting-edge
methodologies, novel algorithms, and breakthrough applications from premier institutions worldwide.
During the Global South Research & Posters Showcase, there will be a vibrant showcase of research
posters by students and collaborative teams from the Global South. This track celebrates emerging talent,
fostering mentorship opportunities and highlighting innovative solutions to regional and global challenges.
The Symposium is expected to lead to clear and implementable outcomes, stronger collaboration between
research institutions and decision-makers, and better use of research to support responsible AI adoption.More information about the Research Symposium is available on https://impact.indiaai.gov.in/events/resea
rch-symposium. Further details regarding the AI Impact Summit 2026, including the programme, thematic
focus and participation modalities, are available on the official Summit website - https://impact.indiaai.go
v.in/. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to visit the website and register to be part of this global
dialogue aimed at advancing the responsible and impactful use of Artificial Intelligence.
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