India AI Impact Summit 2026: Zepto and Swiggy to Offer Quick Deliveries at the Venue
Quick commerce leaders Zepto and Swiggy are preparing to offer high-speed delivery and UPI payment services directly at the event venue. Sources close to NDTV Profit confirm that the India AI Impact Summit 2026 has partnered with these companies to manage deliveries within the summit grounds.
Both UPI and quick commerce are signature Indian innovations. By making them available on-site, the summit allows all attendees to experience these local digital services firsthand.
Event Details and Digital Access
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 will take place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from February 16 to February 20.
The event’s official mobile app is now live. Additionally, international visitors can use a dedicated UPI app to make payments using their international credit cards. This service is already available at the Delhi Airport. To promote sustainability, the summit is designed to be a zero-waste conference.
High Attendance and Global Participation
The response to the event has been record-breaking, with 250,000 registrations recorded so far. Attendees will include:
- 20 heads of state
- 40 government ministers
- Over 100 country delegations
- 100 CEOs and 500 industry experts
While the leaders’ plenary sessions are restricted, they will be available for viewing from a distance.
Entry Requirements and Infrastructure
Registration for the summit is free. However, visitors must use the DigiYatra app and a personalized QR code to enter the venue.
To ensure seamless connectivity, all telecom operators have been asked to improve network coverage around Bharat Mandapam. The summit will feature a massive exhibition space with 450 startup pods and 400 company stalls.
Official Declarations and Global Delegations
The Ministry of External Affairs is currently finalizing the joint leaders’ declaration, which is expected to be announced on February 19 or 20.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology received a letter from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who expressed regret that he cannot attend due to unavoidable circumstances. Despite his absence, Nvidia is sending a large delegation to represent the company.
Delegations from both China and the United States will be present. China is expected to send a Vice Minister-level representative, while the U.S. delegation will be led by a Cabinet-level official.
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