February 19, 2026 5:30 PM

India poised to reap youth dividend in AI era

The 'India-AI Impact Summit 2026', which commenced on February 16 with a powerful vision, places India's youth at the heart of the nation's artificial intelligence (AI) journey, according to an official statement issued on Thursday. India has the largest youth population in the world, with over 65 per cent of its population under the age of 35, positioning this demographic powerhouse as an engine of economic momentum. The summit reflects a shift from passive learning to active participation, r...