Reliance Jio’s Chief AI Scientist Gaurav Aggarwal turned the India AI Impact Summit 2026 into an impromptu talent hunt, publicly inviting “cracked engineers” to approach him for fast-tracked hiring into Jio’s AI division. Speaking from Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on February 16, he positioned the five-day event as prime recruiting ground amid gatherings of global tech leaders.
Recruitment Call Details
Aggarwal, based in Bengaluru, announced his team’s presence throughout the week (February 16-20), urging engineers building frontier AI models, optimization systems, or platforms to connect directly. “Reach out and I’ll fast-track an intro to our recruitment team. Let’s build for Bharat, at a scale only we know!” he posted on X, sparking viral buzz among attendees and online followers.
Strategic Context
Jio aims to bolster its AI capabilities amid India’s push for self-reliant tech under the IndiaAI Mission. Aggarwal emphasized sharing “what all is cooking in our kitchen,” hinting at ambitious projects in scalable AI for telecom, edge computing, and enterprise solutions. This on-site talent drive aligns with the summit’s focus on skilling and innovation, attended by CEOs like those from NVIDIA, Google, and OpenAI.
Broader Summit Buzz
The move highlights the event’s dual role as policy forum and job fair, with PM Modi’s inauguration drawing 650+ exhibitors. Aggarwal’s bold pitch—targeting elite “cracked” talent—reflects fierce competition for India’s 1 crore AI-skilled workforce goal, blending corporate ambition with national priorities.
