A wide range of affordable, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled medical technology solutions designed for scalable deployment across India’s healthcare ecosystem will be showcased at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled from February 16 to 20 in New Delhi.
Rakesh Kalapala to Present Translational AI Models
Representing AIG Hospitals, Dr. Rakesh Kalapala, Director of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Innovation, will deliver a dedicated session at Bharat Mandapam on February 20 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
In collaboration with the Government of Andhra Pradesh and the AIM Foundation, Dr. Kalapala will focus on translational AI applications that move beyond pilot projects and demonstrate measurable clinical impact.
Focus on Real-World, Validated AI Use Cases
During the session, Dr. Kalapala will highlight validated, real-world AI solutions aligned with India’s public health priorities.
First, he will present AI-enabled risk stratification and early detection models for metabolic liver disease, particularly fatty liver disease. These tools aim to identify high-risk individuals early and enable timely intervention.
Next, he will discuss digital platforms developed for maternal nutrition monitoring and predictive pregnancy care, which seek to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes through data-driven insights.
Additionally, he will outline intelligent optimisation strategies for Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems. These AI-driven enhancements aim to streamline workflows, improve documentation accuracy, and strengthen clinical decision support systems.
Emphasis on Indigenous Research and Data Validation
Ahead of the summit, Dr. Kalapala stressed the importance of building indigenous research frameworks in healthcare AI. He asserted that India cannot rely solely on extrapolated Western datasets. Instead, the country must generate robust, locally validated data through Indian randomised controlled trials to ensure accuracy, safety, and scalability.
He emphasized that indigenous evidence generation remains critical for responsible and sustainable AI deployment in the healthcare sector.
Collaborative Efforts to Build Scalable AI Healthcare Models
As reported by bizzbuzz.news, the session will also showcase insights and outcomes from a recent collaborative initiative between the Government of Andhra Pradesh, the AIM Foundation, and AIG Hospitals. This partnership aims to develop affordable, AI-powered healthcare solutions that align with national health priorities.
By prioritizing clinical validation, data integrity, and implementation science, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between innovation and large-scale public health adoption.
Advancing the Dialogue on Operationalising AI in Healthcare
Overall, Dr. Kalapala’s address is expected to contribute meaningfully to the national conversation on operationalising AI within India’s healthcare system. By focusing on affordability, scalability, and evidence-based implementation, the session will underline how AI can transition from experimental pilots to impactful, system-wide healthcare solutions.