Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the ongoing India-AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, citing chaos and mismanagement. He highlighted issues faced by participants and founders, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and bags, as well as the mandate for cash payments over digital methods. Kharge suggested that the Modi government should take notes from the Bengaluru Tech Summit for better organization.
Kharge expressed disappointment in a social media post, stating that what could have been a showcase of India’s digital and AI capabilities has turned into chaos due to the government’s focus on publicity. He mentioned the distress faced by exhibitors and visitors, attributing it to the Prime Minister’s unexpected appearance for a photo opportunity on the first day.
The Congress leader further accused the summit organizers of inadequate facilities, theft of products, and failure in digital services like Digi Yatra. He criticized the ban on laptops, personal electronic devices, and bags, emphasizing the inconvenience caused by the insistence on cash transactions. Kharge lamented the global embarrassment caused by the government’s incompetence.
The AI Impact Summit, an international event on artificial intelligence, is scheduled in New Delhi from February 16-20. Anchored in the principles of ‘People, Planet, and Progress,’ the summit aims to foster international cooperation in AI. It brings together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. Ministerial delegations from over 45 countries and representatives from international organizations, including the United Nations, are expected to participate.
