World Education Summit 2026 addresses AI and future-ready learning

The 36th Elets World Education Summit 2026, held in New Delhi, focused on building a future-ready global education ecosystem. The summit addressed the immediate integration of artificial intelligence and adaptive learning in classrooms, alongside the long-term goal of developing institutions capable of navigating a changing world.

A central theme was the role of education in India’s ‘Viksit Bharat @2047’ ambition, aiming to establish the nation as a global powerhouse of talent, innovation, and knowledge. The event featured participation from government bodies such as NITI Aayog and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as well as academic and industry leaders.

Discussions also explored personalized learning at scale. Panelists examined the requirements for implementing tailored learning pathways in diverse school environments, highlighting the importance of teacher readiness, academic rigor, infrastructure, equity, and the strategic use of learning data.