The Ministry of Education is set to organise a special session on “Ministry of Education: Pushing the Frontier of AI in India” tomorrow, February 17, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The session is part of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 and aligns with India’s long-term vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. The discussion will bring together eminent leaders from academia, industry, and government to deliberate on how Artificial Intelligence can transform India’s education ecosystem. The event is expected to witness participation from students, researchers, educators, policymakers, and technology innovators.

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The Ministry of Education shared information about the AI session on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). 

What Is the Objective of This Special AI Session?

The session aims to explore how AI can be integrated into India’s education system to enhance quality, accessibility, innovation, and long-term national development. It will focus on building an inclusive, technology-driven academic ecosystem.

Who Are the Distinguished Panelists Joining the Discussion?

The panel includes:

  • Sridhar Vembu, Founder & CEO, Zoho Corporation

  • Vibhu Mittal, Technologist & Innovation Leader, Inflection AI

  • Rajan Anandan, Managing Director, Peak XV Partners

  • Manindra Agrawal, Director, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

  • V. Kamakoti, Director, Indian Institute of Technology Madras

  • Sunita Sarawagi, CSE Department, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

The session will be moderated by Manoj S. Gaur, Director, Indian Institute of Technology Jammu.

When and Where Will the Session Take Place?

  • Date: February 17, 2026 (Tomorrow)

  • Time: 10:30 AM – 11:25 AM IST

  • Venue: Plenary Hall B, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

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Why Is AI in Education Critical for Viksit Bharat 2047?

As India advances toward its Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, AI is expected to play a transformative role in personalised learning, research innovation, governance, and digital inclusion. The session aims to chart a roadmap for leveraging AI to ensure excellence, equity, and sustainable national impact in education.


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