The summit highlights India’s ambition to lead global AI development while empowering women entrepreneurs through structured mentorship and institutional support.

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• At the AI Impact Summit 2026, Anna Roy emphasised positioning India as a leading global force in artificial intelligence innovation.
• Anna Roy serves as Mission Director of the Women Entrepreneurship Platform under NITI Aayog and Programme Director promoting inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems.
• The summit introduced a structured capacity-building programme supporting 150 shortlisted women-led AI startups through mentorship, networking opportunities and ecosystem partnerships.
• The selection process received more than 800 applications, evaluated through 63 virtual panels and independently managed end-to-end by Ernst & Young.
• During the session titled “Access to Acceleration,” Roy explained WEP’s Shakti vision focused on behavioural change, timely knowledge support and long-term scalability.
• The AI By HER Global Impact Challenge brought together innovators, founders, researchers and policymakers to promote inclusive and responsible artificial intelligence solutions.
• Distinguished Fellow Debjani Ghosh stated the summit presents India an opportunity to shape the global AI governance discourse.
• The initiative aligns with India’s broader strategy to develop responsible AI ecosystems while strengthening women-led technological leadership in emerging sectors.