New Delhi witnessed a momentous address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 130th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, marking the first such broadcast of 2026. As the nation celebrated Republic Day and National Voters’ Day, PM Modi delved into critical topics like Startup India, industrial quality standards, and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.
In a highlight of the program, the Prime Minister spotlighted the upcoming ‘AI Impact Summit 2026’, scheduled for next month. ‘This summit will bring together global technology experts to showcase India’s remarkable strides in AI,’ Modi enthused. He extended a warm welcome to all participants, emphasizing how the event will put India’s achievements on the world stage.
Promising further discussion in the next ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi underscored the summit’s role in highlighting national progress. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw amplified the message by sharing an audio clip on social media platform X, capturing the PM’s visionary words.
Turning to India’s entrepreneurial spirit, Modi praised the youth for propelling startups into cutting-edge domains like AI, space exploration, nuclear energy, semiconductors, green hydrogen, and biotechnology. ‘This is the fruit of our young generation’s innovative thinking, courage, and hard work,’ he remarked.
Reflecting on a popular social media trend reminiscing 2016 memories, PM Modi recalled the launch of Startup India that January. What seemed like a modest initiative then has blossomed into India becoming the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem today. Indian startups are now pioneering fields unimaginable a decade ago, breaking conventional molds.
With unwavering confidence, the Prime Minister asserted that India is poised to scale new heights in innovation and technology, assuming global leadership in the years ahead. This address not only inspires but sets a roadmap for the nation’s tech-driven future.