Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that Artificial Intelligence is playing a crucial role in realising the vision of “Vocal for Local” and “Make in India.” He stated that “Glocal AI – Real Impact” is not merely a theme, but a need of the hour, where global thinking must be effectively aligned with local requirements.
The Chief Minister was addressing the TiE AI Summit–2026 organised in Chandigarh on Saturday evening. He said that this summit organised by The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Chandigarh is a powerful platform that will provide new direction to future technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.
On this occasion, former Minister of State Aseem Goel, senior IAS officer J. Ganeshan and TiE Chandigarh President Puneet Verma also addressed the conference.
Artificial Intelligence: The Need of the Present
The Chief Minister said that Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a technology, but has become an integral part of healthcare, education, agriculture, industry and governance systems. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, India is playing a leading role globally in AI research, innovation and responsible policymaking.
He said that AI is making disease diagnosis and treatment more accurate in healthcare, strengthening personalised learning in education, and helping farmers increase productivity, access better markets and add value in agriculture. Small and medium enterprises are enhancing their efficiency through AI and gaining competitive opportunities in global markets.
Haryana AI Mission: New Momentum for Youth and Innovation
The Chief Minister informed that a proposal has been made to establish the “Haryana AI Mission” to promote AI in the state, for which the World Bank has assured assistance of approximately ₹470 crore. Under this mission, one AI hub each will be established in Gurugram and Panchkula, where 50,000 youth will be trained in new technologies.
Strong Foundation for Innovation, Research and Startups
The Chief Minister said that to encourage innovation and research, the decision has been taken to establish the “Haryana State Research Fund,” which will be launched with an initial corpus of ₹20 crore. Additionally, a Fund of Funds of more than ₹2,000 crore has been created to provide financial support to startups.
He informed that financial assistance of up to ₹10 lakh per startup is being provided through HSIIDC. Under the Chief Minister’s Skill Honour Scheme, youth are also being provided internships, skill training, employment opportunities and unemployment allowances.
Haryana Moving Towards Deep Tech, Quantum and Data Centre Hub
The Chief Minister said that Digital India is not limited to software alone; development of core technology, hardware and deep tech innovation is equally important. AI is based on mathematics, logic and analytical thinking, and the intellectual capability of Indian youth, along with Vedic mathematics and innovative thinking, further strengthens it.
He said that data science departments in universities are being upgraded and advanced technologies like quantum computing are being included in curricula. Concrete steps are being taken to make Haryana a quantum-ready state.
Keeping in mind the GPU infrastructure required for AI model training, the state is planning to develop a data centre hub, and Ambala and Panchkula have been identified as suitable locations for this purpose.
Panchkula to Become the ‘Silicon Valley’ of North India
The Chief Minister said that the goal is to develop Panchkula as the “Silicon Valley of North India.” Preparations are underway to establish an AI hub on 73 acres of land with a clean environment, skilled human resources, high-speed internet and 24/7 green energy. This region will become a vibrant centre of deep tech innovation.
He said that the government is providing a regulatory sandbox so that innovation can progress without obstacles. “The government is not in your way, but standing with you.” Through HSIIDC, regular dialogue is being maintained with startups, entrepreneurs and venture capital firms to build strong partnerships.
He added that due to strong infrastructure, policy clarity and immense human potential, Haryana is becoming the launchpad of future India. The Chief Minister said that TiE AI Summit–2026 is not just an event, but a source of inspiration for future generations. The objective of technology is not just to find solutions, but to align them with human values, ethics and responsibility. “AI must become a medium of human service — this is our commitment.”
Present on the occasion were British Deputy High Commissioner Alba Smeriglio, TiE office bearers, industry leaders from various states, entrepreneurs from abroad, startup founders, young innovators, technical experts and senior officials.
