New Delhi, February 17 – Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated on Tuesday that the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 has instilled fresh enthusiasm among the country's youth, emphasizing that it is India's responsibility to equip the new generation with Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled education.
Speaking at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in the national capital, Pradhan said that the event has attracted significant participation and is focused on two key themes: "AI in Education" and "Education in AI," covering everything from traditional knowledge systems to modern technological advancements.
"By organizing the AI Impact Summit, a new enthusiasm has been instilled in India's new generation. People are participating in the summit with great excitement," he said.
Emphasizing the government's vision, the Minister stated, "It is our duty to provide AI-enabled education to India's new generation." He added that increasing the number of AI-skilled personnel in the country would help India move towards a position of global leadership.
Union Minister and Rashtriya Lok Dal National President Jayant Chaudhary also highlighted the transformative potential of AI in the education sector.
"AI is going to have a very wide and deep impact on education. We need to pay attention to the role of our teachers. At the institutional level, we must reimagine our academic design," Chaudhary said, adding that the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, has been tasked with assessing the impact of AI on education.
Director of IIT Madras, V. Kamakoti, elaborated on the twin approach of "AI in Education" and "Education in AI." He said that discussions during the panel focused particularly on how AI tools can enhance learning outcomes.
"One key aspect is how AI can impact education. Every child should be able to ask any question that comes to their mind without hesitation and get answers directly from an AI tool. This will provide conceptual clarity," he said.
Kamakoti highlighted that AI-driven educational tools could significantly benefit students, parents, teachers, and policymakers by improving accessibility, personalization, and the quality of learning.
The summit brought together policymakers, academicians, and technology experts to discuss leveraging AI to transform India's education ecosystem.