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India\u2019s AI Moment: Government, Startups and Creators Converge at MIB Pavilion<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n


\nMIB Pavilion at India AI Impact Summit 2026 Showcases India\u2019s AI Capabilities, Startup Depth<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
Posted On: 16 FEB 2026 12:44PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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As India positions itself as a key global voice in the evolving artificial intelligence landscape, the\u00a0Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB)\u00a0has set up a dedicated Pavilion at the\u00a0India AI Impact Summit 2026, using the platform to highlight India\u2019s growing technological capabilities, startup depth, and policy-led vision for responsible AI adoption.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Pavilion, which houses the\u00a0WAVES Creators Corner, is designed as a media and dialogue space where policymakers, startups, creators and industry leaders converge to discuss how artificial intelligence can be aligned with India\u2019s developmental priorities, cultural diversity, and national security considerations.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Officials familiar with the initiative said the Pavilion aims to project\u00a0India\u2019s AI ecosystem not merely as a consumer of global technology, but as a creator of indigenous, scalable and socially relevant AI solutions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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A Platform to Amplify Indian AI Innovation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The MIB Pavilion Foregrounds Indian startups and entrepreneurs working across sectors such as healthcare, media, content, governance, and social impact. Through curated conversations and founder-led discussions, the Pavilion seeks to give visibility to Indian companies building AI products for domestic and global markets.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe idea is to ensure that Indian AI innovation is seen, understood and contextualised globally,\u201d an official said, adding that the Pavilion creates direct interaction between startups and policymakers, investors, and international delegates.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Central to the Pavilion\u2019s programming is the\u00a0WAVES Creators Corner, which hosts a series of structured panels, fireside chats and startup showcases. All sessions are being live-streamed on\u00a0WAVES OTT, the digital platform of Prasar Bharati, extending access to audiences beyond the Summit venue.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

YourStory Curates Startup-Focused Programming<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The startup and innovation narrative at the Pavilion is being curated by\u00a0YourStory, which is anchoring multiple sessions across the Summit to spotlight emerging founders, women leaders in AI, and companies building solutions for Bharat and Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Founder and CEO\u00a0Shradha Sharma\u00a0is moderating several discussions, including panels on AI sovereignty, social impact startups, and live founder pitch sessions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Industry observers note that the presence of a startup-focused media platform within a government pavilion signals\u00a0a shift in how India is presenting its innovation story \u2014 moving from policy-only messaging to founder-led narratives.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Day-wise Schedule at the MIB Pavilion<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Monday, February 16<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Access restricted due to scheduled high-level engagements.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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  • 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Panel: Showcasing Upcoming Startups (Set 1)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Anchor-led interaction with three AI startups.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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    • 3:00 PM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Panel: Showcasing Upcoming Startups (Set 2)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Tuesday, February 17<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Focus on governance, sovereignty and India\u2019s AI policy direction.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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      • 12:00 PM \u2013 12:30 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Fireside Chat: India\u2019s AI Moment<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Shradha Sharma\u00a0in conversation with the Secretary, MIB, on sustaining India\u2019s AI momentum.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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        • 1:00 PM \u2013 1:40 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Panel: AI and Sovereignty<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          Discussion on national security, data control and indigenous AI development.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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          • 3:00 PM \u2013 3:30 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Fireside Chat: KUKU FM<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

            Founder Lal Chand Bisu on local-language content and AI-driven distribution.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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            • 5:00 PM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Fireside Chat with\u00a0Bhumi Pednekar<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

              Discussion on cinema, advocacy and emerging technologies.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

              Wednesday, February 18<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

              Spotlight on inclusion and founder participation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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              • 1:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Panel: Showcasing Upcoming Startups (Set 3)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                • 3:00 PM \u2013 3:40 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Panel: Women in AI<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                  Women founders and industry leaders discuss leadership and innovation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                  • 4:30 PM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Startups Live with SS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                    Rapid two-minute pitches by founders.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                    Thursday, February 19<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • No public access\u00a0due to scheduled visits by\u00a0Narendra Modi\u00a0and\u00a0Emmanuel Macron.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Friday, February 20<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                      Closing focus on impact and Bharat-centric innovation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                      • 12:00 PM \u2013 1:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Panel: AI Startups Making Social Impact<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                        • 3:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Panel: The Bharat Opportunity<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                          Startups from Tier-2 and Tier-3 India building AI solutions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                          • 4:00 PM<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Panel: Showcasing Upcoming Startups (Set 4)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                            Positioning India for the Global AI Conversation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                            Officials said the Pavilion\u2019s broader objective is to align Indian companies with\u00a0global AI discussions while retaining local context, enabling startups to engage with international stakeholders, investors, and governments attending the Summit.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                            By bringing startups, creators and policymakers under one roof, the MIB Pavilion is intended to\u00a0translate India\u2019s AI vision into visible, market-ready capabilities, reinforcing India\u2019s aspiration to play a larger role in the global AI ecosystem.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                            As the India AI Impact Summit 2026 unfolds, the Pavilion stands as a window into how India intends to shape, govern and scale artificial intelligence \u2014\u00a0on its own terms.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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