New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 7th India Mobile Congress (IMC) on October 27, 2023, at Bharat Mandapam Convention Center, Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. The IMC is a flagship event of the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), and it is one of the largest mobile technology events in the world.
In his inaugural address, PM Modi spoke about the importance of 5G technology in India’s development. He said that 5G will revolutionize the way we live and work, and it will create new opportunities for businesses and individuals alike. He posted a video of the same on his official Twitter account.
PM Modi also announced that the government will be awarding 100 ‘5G Use Case Labs’ to educational institutions across the country. These labs will help to develop new and innovative 5G applications that will benefit India and the world. In his speech, PM Modi noted that the ‘future is no longer a decade or a century away, but due to advances in technology, the future is here and now”.
Here are some of the key takeaways from PM Modi’s speech at the IMC:
- 5G is a transformative technology that has the potential to revolutionize every aspect of our lives.
- 5G will accelerate India’s economic growth and create new jobs.
- 5G will improve access to education and healthcare, and it will make our cities more efficient and sustainable.
- The government is committed to making India a global leader in 5G technology.
Overall, PM Modi’s inauguration of the 7th IMC was a significant event for the Indian telecom industry. His speech highlighted the importance of 5G technology in India’s development, and his announcement of the 100 ‘5G Use Case Labs’ is a welcome step. The industry is now looking forward to the government’s next steps in making India a global leader in 5G technology.
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