Restricted Access at India AI Impact Summit 2026 Amid VIP Movements

Delegates attending the India AI Impact Summit 2026 will face restricted access due to VIP movements and Prime Minister Modi's presence. The event will require early vacating of the area for a dinner hosted by the Prime Minister. Traffic constraints and entry restrictions are expected during the summit.

Delegates attending the India AI Impact Summit 2026 will face restricted access due to VIP movements and the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Senior government officials stated that the summit, hosted at Bharat Mandapam, will see delegates vacating the convention area by 4:30 pm as the Prime Minister will host a dinner for state guests and business leaders post 6 pm.

Digital India managing director and CEO Akhil Kumar announced that the AI Expo area would remain open until 8 pm from February 18 due to high enthusiasm among delegates. After leaving the convention area, delegates can proceed to the expo area, with exits limited to Gate 4 throughout the day. For convenience, entry from Gate 4 will be available for drop-offs starting at 8 am.

The official advisory noted that traffic restrictions might occur from 4 pm to 11 pm around the ITPO area. During the inaugural session on February 19, access will be limited in the morning, while the expo area will welcome all attendees, including media, from 11 am onward.