GITEX Ai India Debuts April 2027 as Tech Economy Nears $350B

India’s technology sector, on track to become a $350 billion economy by 2026, is set to host its first GITEX Ai India event in April 2027. This landmark event, focusing on artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing, will take place in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The partnership brings the world’s largest tech and AI events network to one of the fastest-growing major economies, organized by the Dubai World Trade Centre and KAOUN International in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka’s Department of Electronics, Information Technology and Biotechnology, K-TECH, and Startup Karnataka.

The official announcement was made during GITEX GLOBAL 2025 in Dubai, where Indian professionals have consistently formed one of the largest international delegations. This reflects the deep and growing synergy between India’s tech ambitions and the global GITEX platform. The 2027 event is expected to significantly boost cross-border investment, international trade partnerships, and the sharing of expertise, further establishing India as a central force in the next wave of global technological advancement.

India’s rise to the world’s fourth-largest economy, as noted in the IMF’s World Economic Outlook 2025, coincides with a major realignment of global supply chains. The country has set an ambitious target to grow its AI, semiconductor, and electronics manufacturing sector to over $500 billion by 2030. GITEX Ai India is positioned to become a crucial global stage for the industries and innovators driving this transformation forward.

The nation’s thriving startup environment, home to the world’s third-largest cluster of unicorns, is bolstered by comprehensive national initiatives. These include the government’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, which identifies technology as a foundational element for building a $40 trillion economy, and the IndiaAI Mission, accelerating the creation of sovereign AI solutions for governance, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing.

Karnataka, widely recognized as India’s technology powerhouse, provides the ideal foundation for the inaugural event. The state is responsible for an impressive 42 percent of the country’s software exports and hosts the largest number of unicorns in India. Its deep talent reserves, robust research institutions, and strong global connections make it a natural choice for launching GITEX Ai India.

Dr. Manjula N, IAS, Secretary of the Department of Electronics, IT/Biotechnology and Science & Technology, commented on the significance of the event, stating that welcoming GITEX to Karnataka marks a defining moment for both the state and the nation. She emphasized that Karnataka’s leadership in technology and its vibrant startup ecosystem make it the perfect host. The event is seen not just as recognition of the state’s legacy, but as a powerful opportunity to connect local innovation with global partners and shape the next chapter for a digital India.

Echoing this sentiment, Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President of Dubai World Trade Centre and CEO of KAOUN International, stated that GITEX and India are united by a shared vision for innovation and ambition. She described GITEX Ai India as embodying the spirit and scale of a new digital era, with an impact that only this unique partnership can achieve. She expressed excitement that this long-envisioned alliance is now a reality, one that is poised to reshape the global technology landscape.

GITEX Ai India will gather the world’s most interconnected technology community within one of the planet’s largest economies. The event will concentrate on accelerating progress in AI, semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, quantum computing, fintech, and agritech. Its core mission is to foster increased trade, attract investment, and spur frontier innovation linking India with international markets.

With a 45-year history, GITEX has built a formidable global reputation, earning the confidence of governments, multinational corporations, startups, and investors. It stands as the world’s most extensive tech event brand, now expanding its reach to 14 international locations, including editions in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Brazil, Egypt, Germany, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Serbia, Singapore, Türkiye, and Vietnam.

The launch of GITEX Ai India also serves to deepen the historic economic ties between India and the UAE. Bilateral non-oil trade saw a notable 34 percent year-on-year increase in the first half of 2025, reaching nearly $38 billion. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) has enabled this exchange to broaden into digital services, green energy, AI, and space technology. The partnership has matured beyond simple trade to include collaborative innovation, cross-border investment, and the integration of small and medium enterprises into worldwide value chains, firmly establishing the UAE as a trusted partner and a strategic gateway to global markets for Indian companies.

(Source: Economy Middle East)