Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, addressing the India AI Impact Summit 2026 today, underscored India’s unwavering commitment to accessibility and inclusion in the age of artificial intelligence.
During his speech, real-time translation in sign language was enabled through AI technology, ensuring that persons with disabilities could fully engage with the proceedings. Shri Modi emphasized that India will continue to champion innovation that bridges divides and empowers every citizen.
In a post on X, Shri Modi said:
"My speech at the AI Impact Summit included real-time translation in sign language using AI. It reflects our commitment to accessibility and inclusion when it comes to AI. We will always work to ensure that technology and public discourse are accessible to persons with disabilities."
My speech at the AI Impact Summit included real-time translation in sign language using AI. It reflects our commitment to accessibility and inclusion when it comes to AI. We will always work to ensure that technology and public discourse are accessible to persons with…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2026
