Events

Key Discussions / Highlights

• The industry panel discussion highlighted the immense potential of AI-driven innovation in Odisha. With its thriving ecosystem of startups, incubators, and innovation hubs, Odisha is uniquely positioned to become a frontrunner in shaping the future of Smart Industries and Smart Cities.
• The session not only laid the foundation for the road ahead to the India AI Impact Summit 2026 but also reinforced Odisha’s emergence as a hub for next-generation innovation and entrepreneurship.
• The industry panel discussion brought together thought leaders who deliberated on the transformative role of AI in leveraging vast opportunities in Odisha particularly in Smart Industries and Smart Cities.
• Eminent speakers from academia, research institutions, and industry shared initiatives and best practices in AI adoption across education, research, and industrial applications.
• Leverage Odisha’s emerging ecosystem of AI-driven startups and innovation hubs to pilot and scale AI-led solutions for Smart Cities and Smart Industries. This can serve as a replicable model for other states, reinforcing India’s leadership in inclusive, sustainable AI innovation.