Designing the Future: ATLAS SkillTech University Hosts AI Pre-Summit

ATLAS SkillTech University and ISDI, in partnership with the Indian government's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, hosted the AI Impact Summit 2026 Pre-Summit in Mumbai. The event aimed to foster discussions around design-led AI strategies, responsibility, and societal impact, preparing future leaders in AI governance and innovation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 14-02-2026 14:17 IST | Created: 14-02-2026 14:17 IST
Designing the Future: ATLAS SkillTech University Hosts AI Pre-Summit
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Mumbai witnessed a significant gathering with the AI Impact Summit 2026 Pre-Summit at ATLAS SkillTech University, in collaboration with ISDI and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The event catalyzed discussions on inclusive, responsible AI ahead of the main summit scheduled in New Delhi in 2026.

Siddharth Shahani, Co-Founder and Executive President of ATLAS, emphasized the necessity of a human-first approach to AI. He articulated the fusion of Design and AI as India's transformative 'power stack,' underlining the importance of multidisciplinary talent and data governance as trust mechanisms.

The pre-summit featured panel discussions, lightning talks, and an AI Agent Buildathon. Industry leaders shared insights on building responsible AI systems, design's role in AI ethics, and the future of AI-infused spatial design, reinforcing the responsibility universities have in shaping ethical, impactful AI innovators.

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