The Rajasthan government, in collaboration with TiE Rajasthan, will host the Rajasthan DigiFest TIE Global Summit 2026 in Jaipur from 4 to 6 January. The three‑day event will be staged at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC) in Sitapura and is expected to draw startups, investors, policymakers and creators from across India and abroad.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma held a preparation review at the Chief Minister’s Office and shared details of the summit on his social media account. He highlighted that 6 January will feature the Rajasthan Regional AI Impact Conference, which will showcase the state’s vision for artificial intelligence in governance and citizen services. The chief minister said the state is advancing the use of AI to strengthen good governance, accelerate innovation and deliver citizen‑centric solutions.
Rajasthan DigiFest 2026 to showcase AI and startups
The summit will present a global stage for entrepreneurs and investors to connect, with sessions on technology and sustainable development. A packed programme includes startup pitch sessions, a hackathon, Comic‑Con events, a film festival and the dedicated AI conference. Organisers say the mix is intended to foster cross‑sector collaboration and open new avenues for youth employment.
Senior participants confirmed to attend include Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, Union Cabinet Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister of State Jitin Prasada. Rajasthan’s Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Chief Secretary V. Srinivas and IT Department Secretary Dr Uday Sawant are also expected to take part in sessions and panels.
Officials have emphasised the event’s role in strengthening the startup ecosystem. The summit will enable early‑stage companies to pitch to potential investors and receive mentorship from established founders and industry leaders. The hackathon is designed to surface practical, citizen‑focused technology solutions that state departments could pilot.
Policy discussions will centre on how technology can be deployed to meet development goals. Delegates will discuss public‑private partnerships, regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies and measures to ensure that innovation benefits diverse communities across Rajasthan. Sustainability and inclusive growth are slated as recurring themes across panels.
Organisers have also curated cultural and creative strands to broaden appeal and encourage participation from young professionals and students. The Comic‑Con and film festival elements aim to bring creative economy players into conversations about tech and entrepreneurship, while networking spaces will link creators with venture capital and government schemes.
By convening national and state leaders alongside technologists and investors, the summit seeks to translate discussion into actionable outcomes. Officials say the event will help map practical pilots for AI in public services, identify investment opportunities for local startups and generate employment pathways for the region’s youth.
Logistics and security preparations are under way as authorities finalise the schedule and participant lists. With broad participation expected, Rajasthan DigiFest 2026 aims to position Jaipur as a hub for technology, innovation and sustainable economic development in the region.
Key Takeaways:
- Rajasthan DigiFest 2026 will run from 4–6 January at the JECC in Jaipur, bringing startups, investors and policymakers together.
- The summit features the Rajasthan Regional AI Impact Conference on 6 January, plus hackathon, pitch sessions, Comic-Con and film festival.
- Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma reviewed preparations; national and state leaders including central minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will attend.
- The event aims to boost the state’s startup ecosystem, accelerate AI adoption and create new employment opportunities for youth.
