Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa was illuminated in the Indian tricolour as a symbolic tribute to the ongoing India AI Impact Summit 2026 being hosted in New Delhi. The world’s tallest building lit up in saffron, white, and green, showcasing a celebration of innovation and a growing technology partnership between India and the UAE.
The India AI Impact Summit 2026, held at Bharat Mandapam from 16 to 21 February, marks the first global AI summit hosted in the Global South, bringing together leaders from more than 110 countries, international organisations and technology experts from around the world.
This spectacular lighting of the Burj Khalifa in Indian colours highlights India’s rising influence in AI and global tech diplomacy. It also symbolises the strengthening ties between India and the United Arab Emirates, reflecting mutual commitments in innovation, research and digital cooperation.
The summit has seen participation at the highest levels, with heads of state, ministers and industry leaders converging in New Delhi to discuss global AI governance, ethical frameworks and technological development. Discussions focus on how artificial intelligence can transform sectors like healthcare, education, governance and sustainability.
The Burj Khalifa’s tricolour display has garnered significant attention on social media, serving as a powerful visual symbol of India’s strategic role in shaping AI’s future on a global stage.
