India's AI Infrastructure Investments to Exceed $150 Billion by 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw

• Ashwini Vaishnaw announced at Davos 2026 that India's AI infrastructure investments could surpass $150 billion by 2026.
• Major tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon have already committed $70 billion.
• An additional $50-80 billion in fresh commitments for AI infrastructure is expected in the next 12 months.
• The government's IndiaAI Mission supports 12 startups developing sovereign LLMs for low-cost AI services.
• The SHANTI Act aims to address power demand for AI, while the government funds AI applications for farmers, MSMEs, and students.

Why It Matters: India anticipates over $150 billion in AI infrastructure investments by 2026, driven by government and industry efforts.