The momentum in Delhi’s tech sector is accelerating this week with several major policy shifts and upcoming events.
## **Latest Tech Headlines (April 24, 2026)**
### **The AI Expansion**
* **Two New AI Centers of Excellence:** The Delhi government officially announced the setup of two major AI hubs at **NSUT** and **IP University**.
* **Budget:** ₹40 crore total investment.
* **Impact:** They plan to nurture **100 startups** and train **7,000 students** in advanced AI skills over the next four years.
* **Governance via AI:** These centers aren’t just for students; they are tasked with building AI tools to make Delhi’s public services—like water billing and transport—more transparent and efficient.
### **The “Delhi Semiconductor Policy”**
* **Chip Design Hub:** Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has begun drafting a dedicated policy to position Delhi as a **global hub for semiconductor design**.
* **Focus:** Instead of heavy manufacturing (fabs), Delhi is doubling down on high-value segments like **chip architecture, research, and advanced packaging (ATMP)**.
## **Electric Mobility & Green Tech**
* **Two-Wheeler Phase-Out:** A new **EV Policy 2.0** was discussed this week, aiming to phase out new petrol two-wheeler registrations by **2028**.
* **Next-Gen Scooters:** Brands like **Ola** and **Kinetic** are launching high-tech “city commuters” this month with extended warranties and app-integrated performance tracking, specifically targeting Delhi’s daily riders.
## **Upcoming Tech Calendar: May 2026**
If you’re looking to network or see new tech in person, mark these dates:
| Date | Event | Location |
|—|—|—|
| **May 1** | International Conference on **Robotics & AI** | New Delhi |
| **May 5** | **IIT Madras Tech Summit** (Deep Tech & Chips) | New Delhi |
| **May 7** | FICCI Real Estate Tech Summit | Federation House |
| **May 15** | **CX Tour Delhi** (Customer Experience Tech) | Varies |
| **May 15** | National AI Summit on Water | New Delhi |
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