The Indian Army is spotlighting its growing use of artificial intelligence to boost sustainment, operational readiness and future-ready defence capabilities at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. According to a report by News On AIR, the Army’s exhibit at Bharat Mandapam will demonstrate how advanced and dual-use AI technologies are being leveraged not just for combat support but also for maintaining equipment, logistics and force preparedness.
At the summit stall, visitors can explore innovations that underscore AI’s role beyond frontline systems, including sessions focused on enhancing equipment readiness and sustainment processes. The initiative brings together senior military leadership, industry partners and academic experts to discuss how AI can transform defence operations while ensuring responsible and ethical deployment of technology.
The Army’s emphasis on AI aligns with broader efforts within India’s defence establishment to integrate cutting-edge technologies across warfighting and support functions. Recent partnerships with academic institutions and defence industry players are aimed at both building indigenous AI expertise and creating systems tailored to Indian operational needs, reflecting a push toward technological self-reliance in security domains.
This focus on AI sustainment comes amid a wider global trend of militaries adopting machine learning, predictive analytics and autonomous systems to improve decision-making, equipment lifecycle management and logistical efficiency. As part of this transformation, the Army is combining research, governance frameworks and field-tested applications to ensure AI enhances both strategic planning and day-to-day military operations.
