India has data, demography, demand and democracy needed for high-tech highways: PM Modi

New Delhi: In his address at the India International Science Festival (IISF) organised by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India in the current age has data, demography, demand and most importantly, democracy for high-tech highways.

“India has data, demography, demand and most importantly, democracy for high-tech highways. The applications of digital technology has translated to internet facilities to the rural population and faster delivery of government services. India’s considerable population is now connected with the mainstream through smartphones,” PM Modi said through the virtual medium at the inauguration of IISF.