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<p>In an important update regarding the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the government has announced an extension of the Expo by one additional day to ensure a smoother and more comfortable experience for visitors.</p>
<h2><strong>Exhibition now open on Saturday</strong></h2>
<p>According to the official announcement by national broadcaster Akashvani, the exhibition will now remain open to the public on Saturday, February 21, in addition to the previously scheduled dates. The decision has been taken to manage public footfall effectively and provide attendees with adequate time to explore the exhibits.</p>
<h2><strong>Timings extended till 8 pm</strong></h2>
<p>The Expo timings have already been extended and will continue to operate until 8 pm, allowing visitors extended hours to experience the showcased innovations and technology displays.</p>
<h2><strong>Public entry restricted on February 19</strong></h2>
<p>However, authorities clarified that the Expo will remain closed to the public on Thursday, February 19, due to access-restricted events scheduled on that day. The temporary closure is aimed at avoiding inconvenience to the general public.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.zeebiz.com/india/news-galgotias-university-asked-to-vacate-ai-summit-expo-immediately-following-chinese-robot-claim-govt-sources-390667">Galgotias University asked to vacate AI Summit Expo immediately following chinese robot claim: Govt Sources</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>Expo open on February 20 and 21</strong></h2>
<p>The exhibition will be open to visitors on February 20 and February 21, offering an opportunity for the public to engage with cutting-edge developments and interactive showcases featured at the summit.</p>
<blockquote><p dir="ltr" lang="en" xml:lang="en">IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!</p>
<p> Government extends the Expo by one more day; the Exhibition to remain open to the public on Saturday, 21st February - to provide comfortable experience for the public.</p>
<p>The timings for the Expo are already extended up to 8 PM.</p>
<p> To avoid…</p>
<p>— Akashvani आकाशवाणी (@AkashvaniAIR) <a href="https://twitter.com/AkashvaniAIR/status/2024026064318853156?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
<script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script><h2><strong>India AI Impact Summit 2026 general advisory for February 18; venue timings and access protocol revised</strong></h2>
<p>The government has issued a detailed general advisory outlining revised timings, entry gates, parking arrangements and movement protocols across summit venues for India AI Impact Summit 2026, February 18, 2026. </p>
<p>Registered delegates, speakers, media personnel and attendees have been urged to take note of the updated guidelines and plan their visit accordingly.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.zeebiz.com/india/news-india-to-invest-up-to-200-billion-in-ai-stack-ai-mission-20-in-pipeline-ashwini-vaishnaw-390613">AI Mission 2.0 in pipeline, $200+ billion AI investment expected in 2 years: Ashwini Vaishnaw</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>Venue timings for February 18</strong></h2>
<p>The following timings will be applicable across all summit venues:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre: 9:30 am to 4:30 am</li>
<li>All floating areas must be vacated after 3:30 pm</li>
<li>All sessions will conclude by 4:30 pm</li>
<li>Session attendees are advised to plan their exit accordingly.</li>
<li>Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena: 9:30 am to 8:00 am</li>
<li>Sushma Swaraj Bhawan: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Access and traffic advisory for Bharat Mandapam</strong></h2>
<p>Due to limited parking availability, registered delegates are strongly advised to use public transport, metro services, or cabs to reach the venue.</p>
<h2><strong>Entry gates and timings</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Gate No 4: Operational from 8:00 am onwards for drop-offs by cars and cabs.</li>
<li>Gate No 10: Open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for delegates arriving by Metro.</li>
<li>Gate 5A: Operational for media entry from 8:00 am onwards.</li>
</ul>
<p>Access through other designated gates will remain subject to security clearance and movement restrictions as per protocol.</p>
<p>Authorities have also warned of intermittent traffic restrictions between 4:00 pm and 11:00 pm in and around the ITPO area.</p>
<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.zeebiz.com/india/news-ai-summit-2026-amitabh-kant-digital-public-infrastructure-33-per-cent-data-to-chatgpt-390585">India AI Summit 2026: Amitabh Kant highlights India's expanding role in global AI data contribution</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong>Parking and shuttle services</strong></h2>
<p>Limited parking will be available at the following designated locations:</p>
<ul>
<li>Purana Qila Parking (1.6 km)</li>
<li>Zoo Parking Space (3 km)</li>
<li>JLN Stadium Parking (4.8 km)</li>
</ul>
<p>Shuttle services will operate from these parking areas to Bharat Mandapam Gate No 04.</p>
<p>Within the Bharat Mandapam complex, designated golf carts will be available to ferry delegates to their respective venues. Shuttle services will also ply externally between Gates 4, 7 and 10.</p>
<h2><strong>Entry guidelines for Sushma Swaraj Bhawan</strong></h2>
<p>At Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, all registered delegates—including invitees, speakers, attendees and stakeholders—will be required to enter through Gate No 2. The gate will facilitate access for pedestrians, metro users, drop-offs and self-drive vehicles.</p>
<p>Organisers have requested full cooperation from all participants with security and traffic personnel and advised strict adherence to on-site instructions to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of the summit.</p>


In an important update regarding the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the government has announced an extension of the Expo by one additional day to ensure a smoother and more comfortable experience for visitors.Exhibition now open on SaturdayAccording to the official announcement by national broadcaster Akashvani, the exhibition will now remain open to the public on Saturday, February 21, in addition to the previously scheduled dates. The decision has been taken to manage public footfall effectively and provide attendees with adequate time to explore the exhibits.Timings extended till 8 pmThe Expo timings have already been extended and will continue to operate until 8 pm, allowing visitors extended hours to experience the showcased innovations and technology displays.Public entry restricted on February 19However, authorities clarified that the Expo will remain closed to the public on Thursday, February 19, due to access-restricted events scheduled on that day. The temporary closure is aimed at avoiding inconvenience to the general public.Also Read: Galgotias University asked to vacate AI Summit Expo immediately following chinese robot claim: Govt SourcesExpo open on February 20 and 21The exhibition will be open to visitors on February 20 and February 21, offering an opportunity for the public to engage with cutting-edge developments and interactive showcases featured at the summit.IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!! Government extends the Expo by one more day; the Exhibition to remain open to the public on Saturday, 21st February - to provide comfortable experience for the public.The timings for the Expo are already extended up to 8 PM. To avoid…— Akashvani आकाशवाणी (@AkashvaniAIR) February 18, 2026India AI Impact Summit 2026 general advisory for February 18; venue timings and access protocol revisedThe government has issued a detailed general advisory outlining revised timings, entry gates, parking arrangements and movement protocols across summit venues for India AI Impact Summit 2026, February 18, 2026. Registered delegates, speakers, media personnel and attendees have been urged to take note of the updated guidelines and plan their visit accordingly.Also Read: AI Mission 2.0 in pipeline, $200+ billion AI investment expected in 2 years: Ashwini VaishnawVenue timings for February 18The following timings will be applicable across all summit venues:Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre: 9:30 am to 4:30 amAll floating areas must be vacated after 3:30 pmAll sessions will conclude by 4:30 pmSession attendees are advised to plan their exit accordingly.Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena: 9:30 am to 8:00 amSushma Swaraj Bhawan: 9:30 am to 6:00 pmAccess and traffic advisory for Bharat MandapamDue to limited parking availability, registered delegates are strongly advised to use public transport, metro services, or cabs to reach the venue.Entry gates and timingsGate No 4: Operational from 8:00 am onwards for drop-offs by cars and cabs.Gate No 10: Open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for delegates arriving by Metro.Gate 5A: Operational for media entry from 8:00 am onwards.Access through other designated gates will remain subject to security clearance and movement restrictions as per protocol.Authorities have also warned of intermittent traffic restrictions between 4:00 pm and 11:00 pm in and around the ITPO area.Also Read: India AI Summit 2026: Amitabh Kant highlights India's expanding role in global AI data contributionParking and shuttle servicesLimited parking will be available at the following designated locations:Purana Qila Parking (1.6 km)Zoo Parking Space (3 km)JLN Stadium Parking (4.8 km)Shuttle services will operate from these parking areas to Bharat Mandapam Gate No 04.Within the Bharat Mandapam complex, designated golf carts will be available to ferry delegates to their respective venues. Shuttle services will also ply externally between Gates 4, 7 and 10.Entry guidelines for Sushma Swaraj BhawanAt Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, all registered delegates—including invitees, speakers, attendees and stakeholders—will be required to enter through Gate No 2. The gate will facilitate access for pedestrians, metro users, drop-offs and self-drive vehicles.Organisers have requested full cooperation from all participants with security and traffic personnel and advised strict adherence to on-site instructions to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of the summit.

According to the official announcement by national broadcaster Akashvani, the exhibition will now remain open to the public on Saturday, February 21, in addition to the previously scheduled dates. The decision has been taken to manage public footfall effectively and provide attendees with adequate time to explore the exhibits.

India AI Impact Summit 2026: Expo gets one-day extension, open to public till February 21

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In an important update regarding the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the government has announced an extension of the Expo by one additional day to ensure a smoother and more comfortable experience for visitors. Exhibition now open on Saturday According to the official announcement by national broadcaster Akashvani, the exhibition will now remain open to the public on Saturday, February 21, in addition to the previously scheduled dates. The decision has been taken to manage public footfall effectively and provide attendees with adequate time to explore the exhibits. Timings extended till 8 pm The Expo timings have already been extended and will continue to operate until 8 pm, allowing visitors extended hours to experience the showcased innovations and technology displays. Public entry restricted on February 19 However, authorities clarified that the Expo will remain closed to the public on Thursday, February 19, due to access-restricted events scheduled on that day. The temporary closure is aimed at avoiding inconvenience to the general public. Also Read: Galgotias University asked to vacate AI Summit Expo immediately following chinese robot claim: Govt Sources Expo open on February 20 and 21 The exhibition will be open to visitors on February 20 and February 21, offering an opportunity for the public to engage with cutting-edge developments and interactive showcases featured at the summit. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!  Government extends the Expo by one more day; the Exhibition to remain open to the public on Saturday, 21st February - to provide comfortable experience for the public. The timings for the Expo are already extended up to 8 PM.  To avoid… — Akashvani आकाशवाणी (@AkashvaniAIR) February 18, 2026 India AI Impact Summit 2026 general advisory for February 18; venue timings and access protocol revised The government has issued a detailed general advisory outlining revised timings, entry gates, parking arrangements and movement protocols across summit venues for India AI Impact Summit 2026, February 18, 2026.  Registered delegates, speakers, media personnel and attendees have been urged to take note of the updated guidelines and plan their visit accordingly. Also Read: AI Mission 2.0 in pipeline, $200+ billion AI investment expected in 2 years: Ashwini Vaishnaw Venue timings for February 18 The following timings will be applicable across all summit venues: Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre: 9:30 am to 4:30 am All floating areas must be vacated after 3:30 pm All sessions will conclude by 4:30 pm Session attendees are advised to plan their exit accordingly. Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena: 9:30 am to 8:00 am Sushma Swaraj Bhawan: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Access and traffic advisory for Bharat Mandapam Due to limited parking availability, registered delegates are strongly advised to use public transport, metro services, or cabs to reach the venue. Entry gates and timings Gate No 4: Operational from 8:00 am onwards for drop-offs by cars and cabs. Gate No 10: Open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for delegates arriving by Metro. Gate 5A: Operational for media entry from 8:00 am onwards. Access through other designated gates will remain subject to security clearance and movement restrictions as per protocol. Authorities have also warned of intermittent traffic restrictions between 4:00 pm and 11:00 pm in and around the ITPO area. Also Read: India AI Summit 2026: Amitabh Kant highlights Indias expanding role in global AI data contribution Parking and shuttle services Limited parking will be available at the following designated locations: Purana Qila Parking (1.6 km) Zoo Parking Space (3 km) JLN Stadium Parking (4.8 km) Shuttle services will operate from these parking areas to Bharat Mandapam Gate No 04. Within the Bharat Mandapam complex, designated golf carts will be available to ferry delegates to their respective venues. Shuttle services will also ply externally between Gates 4, 7 and 10. Entry guidelines for Sushma Swaraj Bhawan At Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, all registered delegates—including invitees, speakers, attendees and stakeholders—will be required to enter through Gate No 2. The gate will facilitate access for pedestrians, metro users, drop-offs and self-drive vehicles. Organisers have requested full cooperation from all participants with security and traffic personnel and advised strict adherence to on-site instructions to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of the summit.

According to the official announcement by national broadcaster Akashvani, the exhibition will now remain open to the public on Saturday, February 21, in addition to the previously scheduled dates. The decision has been taken to manage public footfall effectively and provide attendees with adequate 