Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for the chaos at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, suggesting that the opposition is uneasy with India’s advancements in new technologies. Sarma emphasized that it is India’s emergence as a global AI powerhouse that unsettles Rahul Gandhi, not the BJP.
Sarma highlighted the significance of the India AI Impact Summit, describing it as a representation of innovation, ambition, and India’s leadership in the AI era. He condemned the disruption at the summit, attributing it to attempts to create controversy and political noise through loyal supporters when efforts to manufacture a scandal failed.
The Chief Minister drew parallels between this incident and past events, noting a pattern of opposition to significant milestones in India’s progress. From questioning surgical strikes to politicizing global technology summits, Sarma pointed out a trend of partisan hostility towards initiatives that enhance India’s global stature.
Sarma questioned why achievements of national importance consistently face political opposition and whether politics should be set aside when India gains global recognition. He concluded his remarks with the hashtag #RahulShamesIndia.
The disruption at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, caused by Youth Congress members, led to a brief interruption of the event in New Delhi. The summit aimed to facilitate discussions among global policymakers, technology experts, researchers, and startups on India’s role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
Organizers expressed disappointment over the incident, emphasizing that the platform was intended for dialogue on innovation and international collaboration, not political disruptions. BJP leaders have strongly criticized the Congress for undermining India’s global reputation and interfering with platforms showcasing the country’s technological advancements.
