A day after a video clip triggered an online debate about the origin of a robot dog displayed at Galgotias University’s stall during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Professor Neha Singh addressed the controversy, saying her comments were poorly phrased and led to misunderstanding. Singh explained that her earlier remarks were made in haste amid the excitement of the summit. She emphasised there was no attempt to misrepresent the machine’s ownership or origins. “I could have been more eloquent. I could have been more articulate. Because of the euphoria and rush, things went a little hither-thither, which was never the intention. The branding has not been changed,” she said while speaking to Hindustan Times, expressing regret over the way her words were conveyed and perceived.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-hold-talks-with-google-ceo-sundar-pichai-at-india-ai-impact-summit-discuss-ai-innovation-and-talent-development-1771409823534">PM Modi hold talks with Google CEO Sundar Pichai at India AI Impact Summit; discuss AI innovation and talent development</a><h2>Clarifies robot was acquired, not built in-house</h2>The controversy began after a short video circulated online showing Singh referring to the robot dog, named “Orion” at the university stall, as having been developed by the institution’s Centre of Excellence. Social media users later identified the quadruped as a commercially manufactured robot created by the Chinese company Unitree Robotics.&nbsp;During the interview, Singh clarified that the robot was purchased as part of the university’s artificial intelligence initiatives and serves as a practical learning tool for students rather than an in-house creation. “We cannot own something which is not curated by us, by our students. That is not our legacy and value system as an academic institution,” she said. She also rejected suggestions of any attempt to conceal facts, noting that the robot was displayed transparently as part of the university’s technology showcase.&nbsp;Explaining her earlier use of the word “developed,” Singh said she meant the process of students working with advanced technologies to build their own innovations. “We expose them to cutting-edge technologies. They study, experiment, innovate, and develop something out of it,” she said. Addressing criticism that the clarification followed social media backlash, Singh maintained that the university would have corrected the narrative in any case.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/berlin-film-festival-over-80-film-figures-demand-berlinale-stance-amid-gaza-censorship-row-wion-1771409686557/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/berlin-film-festival-over-80-film-figures-demand-berlinale-stance-amid-gaza-censorship-row-wion-1771409686557/embed</a>&nbsp;“If this had not been noticed by people, we would still have clarified. We cannot claim something that is not built by our students,” she said, reiterating the institution’s commitment to transparency and academic ethics. Describing the situation as a misunderstanding driven by perspective, she remarked, “You’re maintaining your six, somebody else’s nine, that’s what happened.”<h2>Robot moved back to university labs</h2>Amid speculation about the robot’s disappearance from the exhibition floor, Singh confirmed that it has since been relocated to university laboratories for academic use. “It was procured to be in the labs for the students to do all the anatomy, all the research and development. It is there,” she said. She also encouraged greater focus on the AI applications created by students that were on display at the pavilion.

'I could have been more...': Galgotias professor Neha Singh on Robodog row at India AI Impact Summit

A day after a video clip triggered an online debate about the origin of a robot dog displayed at Galgotias University’s stall during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Professor Neha Singh addressed the controversy, saying her comments were poorly phrased and led to misunderstanding. Singh explained that her earlier remarks were made in haste amid the excitement of the summit. She emphasised there was no attempt to misrepresent the machine’s ownership or origins. “I could have been more eloquent. I could have been more articulate. Because of the euphoria and rush, things went a little hither-thither, which was never the intention. The branding has not been changed,” she said while speaking to Hindustan Times, expressing regret over the way her words were conveyed and perceived. Also Read: PM Modi hold talks with Google CEO Sundar Pichai at India AI Impact Summit; discuss AI innovation and talent development Clarifies robot was acquired, not built in-house The controversy began after a short video circulated online showing Singh referring to the robot dog, named “Orion” at the university stall, as having been developed by the institution’s Centre of Excellence. Social media users later identified the quadruped as a commercially manufactured robot created by the Chinese company Unitree Robotics. During the interview, Singh clarified that the robot was purchased as part of the university’s artificial intelligence initiatives and serves as a practical learning tool for students rather than an in-house creation. “We cannot own something which is not curated by us, by our students. That is not our legacy and value system as an academic institution,” she said. She also rejected suggestions of any attempt to conceal facts, noting that the robot was displayed transparently as part of the university’s technology showcase. Explaining her earlier use of the word “developed,” Singh said she meant the process of students working with advanced technologies to build their own innovations. “We expose them to cutting-edge technologies. They study, experiment, innovate, and develop something out of it,” she said. Addressing criticism that the clarification followed social media backlash, Singh maintained that the university would have corrected the narrative in any case. https://www.wionews.com/videos/berlin-film-festival-over-80-film-figures-demand-berlinale-stance-amid-gaza-censorship-row-wion-1771409686557/embed “If this had not been noticed by people, we would still have clarified. We cannot claim something that is not built by our students,” she said, reiterating the institution’s commitment to transparency and academic ethics. Describing the situation as a misunderstanding driven by perspective, she remarked, “You’re maintaining your six, somebody else’s nine, that’s what happened.” Robot moved back to university labs Amid speculation about the robot’s disappearance from the exhibition floor, Singh confirmed that it has since been relocated to university laboratories for academic use. “It was procured to be in the labs for the students to do all the anatomy, all the research and development. It is there,” she said. She also encouraged greater focus on the AI applications created by students that were on display at the pavilion.

After a viral video sparked controversy, a Galgotias professor clarified that the robot dog was purchased for learning, not developed in-house

I am writing this from New Delhi, on the second day of the AI Summit, 17th February. The air here is electric. Not because of the weather. But because what is being discussed inside these halls could change the lives of every single Indian—from a farmer in Punjab to a teenager in a small town in Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;Let me start with what Prime Minister Narendra Modi said just a short while ago. He gave an interview to ANI, the Indian news agency. And his words were bold. He said he wants India to be among the top three AI superpowers in the world. Not just as a country that uses AI tools made by others, but as a country that actually builds them. He said Indian AI models should serve billions of people in their own native languages. He said Indian AI startups should one day be worth hundreds of billions of dollars and create millions of good jobs. That is the dream on the table.&nbsp;Now, big dreams need big money. And that is exactly what Day Two of this summit was all about.&nbsp;The headline number is $200 billion. Yes, two hundred billion dollars. That is how much investment India is expecting to attract in AI over the next two years. This was announced by Ashwini Vaishnaw, India’s Minister for Electronics and IT. He also added that another $17 billion is expected separately—mainly for advanced AI research and real products that people actually use, like health apps, chatbots, and translation tools.&nbsp;So where exactly will this money go? To understand that, you need to understand something called the five layers of AI. Think of it like a five-floor building. Every floor matters. Remove one, and the whole structure collapses.&nbsp;The ground floor is energy. AI systems run on enormous amounts of electricity. Without reliable and affordable power, nothing else is possible. That is why energy comes first.&nbsp;The second floor is data centres and networks. Think of data centres as giant warehouses where all digital information is stored and processed. And networks—your internet, broadband, 5G—are the highways that carry that information from one place to another. Without these highways and warehouses, AI has nowhere to live and no way to move.&nbsp;The third floor is compute—meaning chips and semiconductors. These are the muscle of AI. They do the actual heavy lifting, processing millions of calculations every second. Without powerful chips, AI cannot function at speed, especially when millions of people are using it at the same time.&nbsp;The fourth floor is the AI model itself. This is the brain. It is trained on vast amounts of data—the way a person learns by reading thousands of books over years. It finds patterns in that data and uses those patterns to answer questions, make predictions, or take decisions. This is what powers tools like ChatGPT.&nbsp;The fifth and top floor is applications. This is the part you and I actually touch and use—a chatbot answering your question, an app diagnosing a health condition, a platform helping a farmer decide when to water his crops. These are the real products that bring AI from laboratories into everyday life.&nbsp;Most of the $200 billion will go into the lower floors—energy, infrastructure, data centres, and chips. The additional $17 billion will go into the upper floors—the models and the apps.&nbsp;Now, global giants are already moving. OpenAI, which created ChatGPT, has been in India for a while. On 16th February, Anthropic—another major AI company—announced it is opening an office in Bengaluru. This is not just about renting a desk somewhere. These companies are building real partnerships with Indian businesses and even the government. Air India is using Anthropic’s AI tool, Claude, to build custom software. Cognizant is rolling it out to its employees worldwide. Infosys will work with Anthropic to build AI agents—think of them as smart digital helpers—for industries like telecom and banking.&nbsp;Google and Meta are also expanding their data centres in India. The message is clear: India is no longer just a market where foreign companies sell their products. India is becoming a partner—a place where AI is built together.&nbsp;But here is the crucial part. India cannot depend entirely on foreign AI. Western models are powerful, but they often do not understand India deeply. India has 22 official languages and hundreds of dialects. Most Indians do not use English in their daily lives. And most global AI tools still struggle with this reality.&nbsp;This is why two Indian-made AI projects matter. BharatGen, backed by the government, has unveiled Param-2, a model trained on all 22 scheduled Indian languages. Sarvam AI, an Indian startup, has launched an on-device AI that works even without internet—perfect for villages with weak connectivity.&nbsp;The summit’s biggest days are still ahead—19th and 20th February. French President Macron will speak. PM Modi will address the gathering. More announcements are expected.&nbsp;India’s AI moment has arrived. The only question is how well India grabs it.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

India’s AI Summit highlights Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s bold vision, massive investments, and rising partnerships as India races to build its own multilingual AI future.

I am writing this from New Delhi, on the second day of the AI Summit, 17th February. The air here is electric. Not because of the weather. But because what is being discussed inside these halls could change the lives of every single Indian—from a farmer in Punjab to a teenager in a small town in Tamil Nadu. Let me start with what Prime Minister Narendra Modi said just a short while ago. He gave an interview to ANI, the Indian news agency. And his words were bold. He said he wants India to be among the top three AI superpowers in the world. Not just as a country that uses AI tools made by others, but as a country that actually builds them. He said Indian AI models should serve billions of people in their own native languages. He said Indian AI startups should one day be worth hundreds of billions of dollars and create millions of good jobs. That is the dream on the table. Now, big dreams need big money. And that is exactly what Day Two of this summit was all about. The headline number is $200 billion. Yes, two hundred billion dollars. That is how much investment India is expecting to attract in AI over the next two years. This was announced by Ashwini Vaishnaw, India’s Minister for Electronics and IT. He also added that another $17 billion is expected separately—mainly for advanced AI research and real products that people actually use, like health apps, chatbots, and translation tools. So where exactly will this money go? To understand that, you need to understand something called the five layers of AI. Think of it like a five-floor building. Every floor matters. Remove one, and the whole structure collapses. The ground floor is energy. AI systems run on enormous amounts of electricity. Without reliable and affordable power, nothing else is possible. That is why energy comes first. The second floor is data centres and networks. Think of data centres as giant warehouses where all digital information is stored and processed. And networks—your internet, broadband, 5G—are the highways that carry that information from one place to another. Without these highways and warehouses, AI has nowhere to live and no way to move. The third floor is compute—meaning chips and semiconductors. These are the muscle of AI. They do the actual heavy lifting, processing millions of calculations every second. Without powerful chips, AI cannot function at speed, especially when millions of people are using it at the same time. The fourth floor is the AI model itself. This is the brain. It is trained on vast amounts of data—the way a person learns by reading thousands of books over years. It finds patterns in that data and uses those patterns to answer questions, make predictions, or take decisions. This is what powers tools like ChatGPT. The fifth and top floor is applications. This is the part you and I actually touch and use—a chatbot answering your question, an app diagnosing a health condition, a platform helping a farmer decide when to water his crops. These are the real products that bring AI from laboratories into everyday life. Most of the $200 billion will go into the lower floors—energy, infrastructure, data centres, and chips. The additional $17 billion will go into the upper floors—the models and the apps. Now, global giants are already moving. OpenAI, which created ChatGPT, has been in India for a while. On 16th February, Anthropic—another major AI company—announced it is opening an office in Bengaluru. This is not just about renting a desk somewhere. These companies are building real partnerships with Indian businesses and even the government. Air India is using Anthropic’s AI tool, Claude, to build custom software. Cognizant is rolling it out to its employees worldwide. Infosys will work with Anthropic to build AI agents—think of them as smart digital helpers—for industries like telecom and banking. Google and Meta are also expanding their data centres in India. The message is clear: India is no longer just a market where foreign companies sell their products. India is becoming a partner—a place where AI is built together. But here is the crucial part. India cannot depend entirely on foreign AI. Western models are powerful, but they often do not understand India deeply. India has 22 official languages and hundreds of dialects. Most Indians do not use English in their daily lives. And most global AI tools still struggle with this reality. This is why two Indian-made AI projects matter. BharatGen, backed by the government, has unveiled Param-2, a model trained on all 22 scheduled Indian languages. Sarvam AI, an Indian startup, has launched an on-device AI that works even without internet—perfect for villages with weak connectivity. The summit’s biggest days are still ahead—19th and 20th February. French President Macron will speak. PM Modi will address the gathering. More announcements are expected. India’s AI moment has arrived. The only question is how well India grabs it. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

India’s AI Summit highlights Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s bold vision, massive investments, and rising partnerships as India races to build its own multilingual AI future.

From chips to chatbots: How India is chasing AI billions

The government has extended the India AI Impact Summit 2026 by a day after some unexpectedly large turnout at the event at Bharat Mandapam signals growing public and industry interest in India’s artificial intelligence ambitions. IT Secretary S. Krishnan announced on Wednesday that the exhibition will now remain open through February 21. Besides, the visiting hours have also been extended until 8 pm to ease crowd movement. However, access to the public will be suspended on February 19 due to high-level security arrangements due to the Prime Minister’s inaugural address and restricted-entry engagements with global CEOs.&nbsp;Authorities started staggered access and revised entry-exit protocols to manage the heavy footfall at the ITPO complex and issued some advisories for the events.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Summit enters Guinness World Records as over 2.5 lakh students take AI pledge</h2>&nbsp;The AI Impact Summit entered the Guinness World Records after 2,50,946 students pledged to use AI responsibly within 24 hours—far surpassing the original target of 5,000.&nbsp;The pledge underscores the government’s attempt to balance rapid AI adoption with ethical safeguards.&nbsp;India is positioning itself as a champion of “responsible AI” even as global regulators debate AI safety frameworks.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-hold-talks-with-google-ceo-sundar-pichai-at-india-ai-impact-summit-discuss-ai-innovation-and-talent-development-1771409823534">PM Modi hold talks with Google CEO Sundar Pichai at India AI Impact Summit; discuss AI innovation and talent development</a>&nbsp;Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said over three lakh people have registered for the summit so far, describing the turnout as a “very strong response” that reflects growing enthusiasm around artificial intelligence. He added that nearly 2.5 lakh people—most of them under the age of 30—have already visited the exhibition area.&nbsp;<h2>Registration temporarily closed due to overwhelming response</h2>&nbsp;Registration for the summit has been temporarily closed on its official website due to an “overwhelming response,” highlighting the surge in public interest in artificial intelligence.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/eci-announces-rajya-sabha-polls-for-37-seats-across-10-states-on-march-16-1771409050709">ECI announces Rajya Sabha polls for 37 seats across 10 states on March 16</a>&nbsp;The summit, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, has drawn participation from world leaders, top executives from major technology companies and delegates from around 45 countries.&nbsp;The summit brings together global technology firms, startups, academia and research institutions, Union ministries, state governments and international partners.&nbsp;According to the government, the exhibition is designed to demonstrate AI in action, where policy meets practice and innovation meets scale, while fostering new partnerships and business opportunities within the global AI ecosystem.

The India AI Impact Summit also entered the Guinness World Records after 2,50,946 students took a pledge to use AI responsibly within 24 hours, surpassing the target of 5,000. The pledge underscores the Indian government’s attempt to balance rapid AI adoption with ethical safeguards.

The government has extended the India AI Impact Summit 2026 by a day after some unexpectedly large turnout at the event at Bharat Mandapam signals growing public and industry interest in India’s artificial intelligence ambitions. IT Secretary S. Krishnan announced on Wednesday that the exhibition will now remain open through February 21. Besides, the visiting hours have also been extended until 8 pm to ease crowd movement. However, access to the public will be suspended on February 19 due to high-level security arrangements due to the Prime Minister’s inaugural address and restricted-entry engagements with global CEOs. Authorities started staggered access and revised entry-exit protocols to manage the heavy footfall at the ITPO complex and issued some advisories for the events. Summit enters Guinness World Records as over 2.5 lakh students take AI pledge The AI Impact Summit entered the Guinness World Records after 2,50,946 students pledged to use AI responsibly within 24 hours—far surpassing the original target of 5,000. The pledge underscores the government’s attempt to balance rapid AI adoption with ethical safeguards. India is positioning itself as a champion of “responsible AI” even as global regulators debate AI safety frameworks. Also Read: PM Modi hold talks with Google CEO Sundar Pichai at India AI Impact Summit; discuss AI innovation and talent development Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said over three lakh people have registered for the summit so far, describing the turnout as a “very strong response” that reflects growing enthusiasm around artificial intelligence. He added that nearly 2.5 lakh people—most of them under the age of 30—have already visited the exhibition area. Registration temporarily closed due to overwhelming response Registration for the summit has been temporarily closed on its official website due to an “overwhelming response,” highlighting the surge in public interest in artificial intelligence. Also Read: ECI announces Rajya Sabha polls for 37 seats across 10 states on March 16 The summit, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, has drawn participation from world leaders, top executives from major technology companies and delegates from around 45 countries. The summit brings together global technology firms, startups, academia and research institutions, Union ministries, state governments and international partners. According to the government, the exhibition is designed to demonstrate AI in action, where policy meets practice and innovation meets scale, while fostering new partnerships and business opportunities within the global AI ecosystem.

The India AI Impact Summit also entered the Guinness World Records after 2,50,946 students took a pledge to use AI responsibly within 24 hours, surpassing the target of 5,000. The pledge underscores the Indian government’s attempt to balance rapid AI adoption with ethical safeguards.

Govt extends AI Impact Summit by a day amid record turnout, event to go on till Feb 21

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of strategic meetings with international leaders and top technology executives during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, underscoring India’s growing influence in artificial intelligence and global partnerships. On the sidelines of the summit, Modi met Google CEO Sundar Pichai to discuss the rapid expansion of India’s AI ecosystem. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister described the interaction as productive, noting conversations around India’s AI initiatives and potential collaboration between Google and the country’s students and skilled professionals.&nbsp;The dialogue reflects New Delhi’s broader push to collaborate with leading global technology firms as it seeks to play a defining role in responsible and inclusive AI innovation. The India AI Impact Summit, taking place from February 16 to 21 at Bharat Mandapam, is among the largest AI-focused gatherings hosted in the Global South. The event is designed to shift the global AI conversation toward practical implementation and scalable solutions.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/eci-announces-rajya-sabha-polls-for-37-seats-across-10-states-on-march-16-1771409050709">ECI announces Rajya Sabha polls for 37 seats across 10 states on March 16</a><h2>See PM Narendra Modi's post on X here</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It was a delight to meet Mr. Sundar Pichai on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in Delhi. Talked about the work India is doing in AI and how Google can work with our talented students and professionals in this field.<a href="https://twitter.com/sundarpichai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sundarpichai</a> <a href="https://t.co/lUCzOn0LSh">pic.twitter.com/lUCzOn0LSh</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/2024030030024622539?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

With one of the world’s largest developer communities, a robust digital public infrastructure, and a fast-growing startup landscape, India continues to attract strong interest from multinational technology companies. Pichai’s participation signals sustained industry confidence and a shared commitment to advancing AI research, skills development, and innovation. Beyond technology discussions, the summit has also served as a platform for diplomatic engagement. Modi held in-depth talks with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, emphasizing the strategic significance of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/ai-summit-row-galgotias-university-faces-heat-over-claims-of-passing-chinese-tech-as-own-1771407875018/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/ai-summit-row-galgotias-university-faces-heat-over-claims-of-passing-chinese-tech-as-own-1771407875018/embed</a>&nbsp;In his remarks, Modi expressed appreciation for Orpo’s support of the India-EU FTA, describing it as a turning point in strengthening ties between India and Europe. Both leaders reaffirmed their goal of doubling bilateral trade, aiming to deepen economic cooperation and expand commercial opportunities. The summit continues to spotlight key global themes, including trusted AI systems, ethical governance frameworks, and enhanced international collaboration, areas increasingly central to policymaking as AI technologies evolve rapidly.

PM Modi hold talks with Google CEO Sundar Pichai at India AI Impact Summit; discuss AI innovation and talent development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of strategic meetings with international leaders and top technology executives during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, underscoring India’s growing influence in artificial intelligence and global partnerships. On the sidelines of the summit, Modi met Google CEO Sundar Pichai to discuss the rapid expansion of India’s AI ecosystem. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister described the interaction as productive, noting conversations around India’s AI initiatives and potential collaboration between Google and the country’s students and skilled professionals. The dialogue reflects New Delhi’s broader push to collaborate with leading global technology firms as it seeks to play a defining role in responsible and inclusive AI innovation. The India AI Impact Summit, taking place from February 16 to 21 at Bharat Mandapam, is among the largest AI-focused gatherings hosted in the Global South. The event is designed to shift the global AI conversation toward practical implementation and scalable solutions. Also Read: ECI announces Rajya Sabha polls for 37 seats across 10 states on March 16 See PM Narendra Modi's post on X here

PM Modi meets Sundar Pichai and Finland's PM at the AI Summit 2026, advancing India’s AI leadership and strengthening global trade partnerships

India successfully made use of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered prediction tools to foil an "unprecedented" Chinese attempt along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh, revealed Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana, Commander-in-Chief, Strategic Forces Command at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Tuesday (Feb 17).Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-i-view-ai-as-pm-modi-s-big-message-as-he-addresses-ai-job-fears-1771337793188">'I view AI as...': PM Modi's BIG message as he addresses AI job fears</a><h2>India used AI to foil Chinese infiltration</h2>Speaking at the AI summit, the senior military official recalled that during his time as the commander of a corps responsible for security along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh, a low-cost AI system helped India detect early warning indicators about nefarious Chinese military build-up in a disputed sector."We could see through some AI systems that something was building up. Finally, we were able to predict the timing of their move," said Lt Gen Rana. He said that AI-enabled intelligence ensured that the Indian forces were positioned effectively and also helped in evacuation planning. This, he said, helped ensure "no casualties" on the Indian side.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/death-is-only-the-beginning-meta-patents-technology-that-ll-let-ai-run-your-social-media-from-beyond-the-grave-wion-explains-1771304178081">Death is only the beginning? Meta patents tech that'll let AI run your social media from beyond the grave | WION Explains</a><h2>AI is no longer a "futuristic effort"</h2>The senior military official noted that the AI race was already underway and no longer a "futuristic concept" and that the technology has now become central to power competition globally. The Lt. Gen said that AI was no longer limited to software systems but also extends to workforce development, infrastructure, military doctrine and command structures.Rana said that AI-powered systems can both conduct sophisticated offensive operations and strengthen defensive capabilities by plugging gaps and identifying vulnerabilities.Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana flags risks of superintelligenceWhile noting the uses of AI, Lt Gen Rana also highlighted the risks associated with the system's transition into artificial superintelligence (ASI). This, he warned, could create both opportunities and significant challenges. He warned that ASI or advanced AI systems could potentially be misused by rogue actors, similar to nuclear deterrence dynamics witnessed during the Cold War. Rana noted that non-proliferation of these systems would be more challenging than nuclear capabilities. He also called for India to develop a comprehensive AI security doctrine.&nbsp;&nbsp;

India used a low-cost AI prediction system to detect signs of Chinese military movement along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh, helping forces prepare in advance and avoid casualties, Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana revealed at India AI Impact Summit 2026. Scroll down for details

India successfully made use of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered prediction tools to foil an "unprecedented" Chinese attempt along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh, revealed Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana, Commander-in-Chief, Strategic Forces Command at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Tuesday (Feb 17). Also read | 'I view AI as...': PM Modi's BIG message as he addresses AI job fears India used AI to foil Chinese infiltration Speaking at the AI summit, the senior military official recalled that during his time as the commander of a corps responsible for security along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh, a low-cost AI system helped India detect early warning indicators about nefarious Chinese military build-up in a disputed sector. "We could see through some AI systems that something was building up. Finally, we were able to predict the timing of their move," said Lt Gen Rana. He said that AI-enabled intelligence ensured that the Indian forces were positioned effectively and also helped in evacuation planning. This, he said, helped ensure "no casualties" on the Indian side. Also read | Death is only the beginning? Meta patents tech that'll let AI run your social media from beyond the grave | WION Explains AI is no longer a "futuristic effort" The senior military official noted that the AI race was already underway and no longer a "futuristic concept" and that the technology has now become central to power competition globally. The Lt. Gen said that AI was no longer limited to software systems but also extends to workforce development, infrastructure, military doctrine and command structures. Rana said that AI-powered systems can both conduct sophisticated offensive operations and strengthen defensive capabilities by plugging gaps and identifying vulnerabilities. Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana flags risks of superintelligence While noting the uses of AI, Lt Gen Rana also highlighted the risks associated with the system's transition into artificial superintelligence (ASI). This, he warned, could create both opportunities and significant challenges. He warned that ASI or advanced AI systems could potentially be misused by rogue actors, similar to nuclear deterrence dynamics witnessed during the Cold War. Rana noted that non-proliferation of these systems would be more challenging than nuclear capabilities. He also called for India to develop a comprehensive AI security doctrine.

India used a low-cost AI prediction system to detect signs of Chinese military movement along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh, helping forces prepare in advance and avoid casualties, Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana revealed at India AI Impact Summit 2026. Scroll down for details

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