New Delhi, February 17:Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Sasmit Patra described Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a transformative force at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize governance, healthcare, education, rural development, and innovation.
In his speech at the summit, Patra praised the growing enthusiasm around AI, particularly among young professionals, and stressed the technology's crucial role in shaping future developments. He highlighted, "The Global India AI Summit is not just significant for India but also for showcasing the Global South. AI and its diverse applications will not only redefine this century but will leave an enduring impact for generations to come."
Patra further outlined AI's far-reaching influence across multiple sectors, including governance, agriculture, healthcare, education, research and development, trade, and commerce. "The youth are filled with energy, and numerous discussions are taking place around AI regulations, laws, and policies. I believe AI will revolutionize key sectors of governance in the coming years," he said.
He went on to explain how AI could drive advancements in various areas, from improving irrigation systems and predicting erratic rainfall in agriculture to enhancing predictive health technologies. In education, AI promises to bring significant changes, while in research, development, and innovation, it could propel new breakthroughs. Furthermore, AI holds the potential to boost trade, commerce, industry, and even the Panchayati Raj system, enabling better fiscal discipline and more effective government projects at the local level.
The India AI Impact Summit, running from February 16-20 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, brings together global leaders, researchers, startups, and citizens to explore AI's transformative power. The event is anchored in three core principles: People, Planet, and Progress.
