On the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with CEOs of AI and deep tech startups leading innovative projects in sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and cybersecurity. The startups praised India’s supportive environment for Artificial Intelligence advancement. PM Modi emphasized the importance of promoting Indian languages and culture and expanding AI tools for higher education in regional languages.
The participating startups are addressing large-scale challenges in healthcare, agriculture, cybersecurity, ethical AI, and space exploration. They highlighted India’s progress in AI, its expanding ecosystem, and the increasing global focus on AI innovation in the country. The firms commended the India AI Impact Summit for showcasing India’s growing influence in global AI discussions.
PM Modi appreciated the innovators for their efforts in developing impactful AI solutions and discussed the potential of AI in areas like agriculture and environmental protection. He stressed the importance of strong data governance, warned against misinformation, and advocated for solutions tailored to India’s requirements. Additionally, he praised the success of UPI as a model for digital innovation and encouraged trust in domestic products and private sector involvement in the space industry.
