Restricted access to AI summit on Day 1; expo to open for all from February 17
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo 2026 on February 16th at Bharat Mandapam. The expo, which opens to the public on February 17th, will feature 13 country pavilions showcasing international collaboration in the AI ecosystem. Entry to the event will be restricted for the first day of the summit, with designated gates for access and shuttle services available. Registration is free for all events taking place from February 16th to 20th.
18 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
The Gates Foundation canceled Bill Gates' keynote address at the India AI Impact Summit due to recent revelations about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
19 FEB 2026
— The Dawn
Bill Gates withdrew from the AI Impact Summit in India due to a need to focus on the summit's priorities, following other high-profile cancellations and organizational issues.
— Al Jazeera
Bill Gates canceled his keynote speech at India's AI summit due to controversy surrounding his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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