Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to the ‘Make in India’ initiative, urging global investors to explore the tremendous prospects in critical industries such as mobile manufacturing, semiconductors, and electronics. Addressing the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress 2025 at Yashobhoomi, he stated that now is the best time to invest in India because the country is strengthening its industrial base through legislative changes and innovation-driven growth.

Highlighting India’s incredible digital transformation, he described the country’s path from the challenges of 2G connectivity to widespread 5G coverage in most districts. He also praised the debut of the indigenously produced 4G Stack, calling it a landmark achievement that places India among only a few countries capable of developing such advanced technology.

Mr Modi noted that IMC has developed into Asia’s largest digital technology platform, thanks to the vision and creativity of Indian young Indians, startups, and inventors. He also stated that India’s low data costs have made digital access more affordable than ever, accelerating inclusion and entrepreneurship.

Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia stated that India’s objectives now extend to 6G leadership, to capture 10% of global patents and a threefold expansion of the satellite communications industry by 2033.