AI Summit Controversy Raises Questions About India’s Global Tech Image

An Artificial Intelligence (AI) summit held in India has sparked controversy and criticism. The event, which was meant to showcase India’s technological progress, instead faced protests and management issues.

According to Indian media reports, the summit became politically sensitive after several unexpected developments.

Protest by Indian Youth Congress

During the summit, workers of the Indian Youth Congress staged a protest. Demonstrators reportedly removed their shirts and chanted anti-government slogans inside the venue.

Protesters claimed that a proposed trade agreement with the United States ignored national interests. They said the deal would benefit the US more than India.

The president of the Indian Youth Congress, Uday Bhanu, criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the anger among young people is not just political. According to him, it is linked to unemployment and economic uncertainty.

Bhanu also stated that farmers and ordinary citizens could suffer losses under the reported agreement. He further alleged that government decisions are being made under external pressure, though these claims remain politically contested.

Other Controversies at the Summit

Media reports also mentioned the cancellation of a scheduled speech by Bill Gates. This added to the negative attention surrounding the event.

There were also claims that a Chinese-made robot was presented as a local innovation. These allegations increased criticism of the summit’s credibility.

Experts Raise Concerns

Policy analysts say that strong protests during a global technology summit reflect deeper domestic concerns. They believe the unrest highlights dissatisfaction among youth and farmers.

Experts argue that presenting a “Shining India” narrative while facing unemployment and economic pressure creates contradictions. They also warn that prioritizing relations with powerful countries at the cost of internal stability may weaken strategic positioning rather than strengthen it.

The AI summit, which aimed to promote India as a rising global technology power, has now become part of a wider political debate.