Dubai: In an unannounced display on Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, a giant portrait of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was showcased on Thursday night.
Why the world’ tallest building illuminated with the images of the Indian leader and the country’s tricolour flag without any prior announcement surprised many when the video was shared on X by the Indian Consulate in Dubai.
So, what was it all about?
Show behind the show
The mission’s post said: “India just took AI to new heights.”
It then described the Burj Khalifa display as a reflection of India’s growing leadership in innovation and emerging technologies, adding that it showed “India’s vision for AI resonating on a global stage — ambition, innovation, and global scale all in one frame.”
That vision had a very specific backdrop. The display was marking the India AI Impact Summit 2026, being held in New Delhi from February 16 to 20. By Sajila Saseendran, Chief Reporter GulfNews
