Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi officially opened the 7th Edition of India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2023 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi today. IMC, Asia’s largest telecom, media, and technology forum, is set to run from October 27 to 29, 2023, under the theme ‘Global Digital Innovation.’ The event aims to bolster India’s standing as a pioneer in cutting-edge technologies and promote indigenous telecom technology for national security.

During the inauguration, Prime Minister Modi awarded 100 ‘5G Use Case Labs’ to educational institutions across the nation, a significant step towards fostering innovation in various sectors. Industry leaders, including Shri Akash M Ambani (Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd), Shri Sunil Bharti Mittal (Chairman of Bharti Enterprises), and Shri Kumar Mangalam Birla (Chairman of Aditya Birla Group), praised the Prime Minister’s commitment to digital inclusion and technological advancement in India.

Prime Minister Modi emphasised India’s rapid progress in mobile and electronics manufacturing, highlighting the nation’s ascent to becoming the second-largest mobile manufacturer globally. He stressed the importance of developing a strong semiconductor manufacturing sector in India and India’s role in setting global standards for futuristic technologies, including 6G.

Addressing the significance of technology in a developing nation’s transformation, Prime Minister Modi noted the critical role of cybersecurity and urged discussions on safeguarding democratic societies in the digital era.

The Prime Minister also spoke about India’s emergence as a thought leader in the digital space and encouraged thought leaders to create new domains for others to follow, citing the success of UPI in digital payments.

IMC 2023, which is set to feature discussions on 5G, 6G, AI, cybersecurity, and more, is expected to attract over one lakh participants from 22 countries, including CEOs, exhibitors, startups, and stakeholders.

The ‘100 5G labs initiative’ unveiled at the event aims to drive innovation in 5G technology and build a 6G-ready ecosystem in India, catering to both national needs and global demands.

With IMC 2023 showcasing India’s advancements in telecommunications and technology, it provides a platform for significant announcements and opportunities for startups to showcase their innovations.

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