Leading startup founders and experts highlighted the significance of artificial intelligence (AI) as a necessity rather than a luxury during the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’ in New Delhi. Ankit Modi, Chief Product Officer at Qure.ai, stressed the potential of AI in reaching a large population in India, where expertise is limited.
Modi emphasized the essential role of AI in service delivery, especially in healthcare, stating that integrating AI with existing knowledge can help extend services to more people. He cited examples of AI-driven solutions in healthcare that have significantly improved patient outcomes, such as detecting more TB patients.
Abilash Soundararajan, CEO of PrivaSapien, noted the rapid growth of AI in India, supported by favorable government policies. He highlighted the increasing reliance on AI by consumers and its potential to enhance productivity and reduce business costs across various industries.
Harish Amravatkar, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur launching Atlanto AI in India, praised the country’s conducive environment for startups to thrive globally. He expressed optimism about the summit’s role in connecting young talents with experienced professionals, fostering valuable networking opportunities.
Narayanan Vaidyanathan, Global Head of Policy Development at ACCA, lauded the summit’s global participation, emphasizing its significance in strengthening collaborations between academic institutions and industries from over 100 countries.
