SHILLONG: The future of the country is its technology, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday during a video-conference with hundreds of IT officials and professionals in all states, including Meghalaya.
The Prime Minister’s speech, which talked about convergence of ideas, was broadcast through video-conferencing and it was witnessed by many IT professionals at the National Informatics Centre in the city.
The focus of the event was on volunteering efforts and initiatives taken by IT corporates and professionals in the social sector.
Modi said it is important to connect with individuals in society and share ideas for further growth. While expressing hope that India will get its due place in the world by surpassing all challenges, he said “the success of any government initiatives lies in public involvement and it is essential for the nation’s growth”.
The Prime Minister, who addressed over 2,000 experts here, launched the “Main Nahin Hum” portal and mobile application on the occasion. The portal that works on the theme ‘Self for Society’ will enable IT professionals and organisations to bring together their efforts on one platform.
NIC Director T Dkhar said this programme is being heard in all the districts of Meghalaya.
IT professional Kaushik Debnath said the interactive session was promising and hoped that it would connect to the grassroots.
