Maharashtra emerging as India’s artificial intelligence innovation hub: CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declared the state as India’s emerging hub for artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, emphasizing the transformative potential of AI across sectors. He announced Mumbai Tech Week 2026, scheduled for May 29–30 at Jio World Convention Centre, will surpass last year’s edition with participation from global AI leaders including OpenAI, Meta, Anthropic, and Google Cloud. The event, organized by the Tech Entrepreneurs Association of Mumbai (TEAM) with support from the Maharashtra Government, IDFC FIRST Bank, and Meta, expects over 10,000 developers and tech enthusiasts. Fadnavis highlighted the government’s role in adopting AI for governance, urging experiential presentations to showcase these initiatives during Tech Week. Themed ‘India: AI in Action,’ the event will focus on practical AI applications, featuring an AI Excellence Awards 2026, an early-stage startup showcase, and a job fair with 25 companies offering 250+ roles for 30,000 candidates. Additional sessions include masterclasses, ‘Stories Unplugged’ talks, and 14 satellite events across Mumbai. TEAM co-chair Harsh Jain noted the event’s goal to demonstrate AI’s economic impact and position Maharashtra as a global AI leader. The non-profit association, backed by entrepreneurs like Aakrit Vaish and Naia Saggi, aims to strengthen Mumbai’s tech ecosystem through collaboration with the state government.