PM Modi holds virtual meet with Google CEO Pichai on firm’s India plans
The duo discussed the technological giant’s plan to participate in expanding the electronics manufacturing ecosystem in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (October 16) interacted with Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai virtually and discussed the technological giant’s plan to participate in expanding the electronics manufacturing ecosystem in India.
The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said Modi appreciated Google’s partnership with HP to manufacture Chromebooks in India.
Replying to a post by PMO India on X (Twitter), Pichai later wrote: “Thank you PM @narendramodi for the terrific meeting today to discuss Google’s ongoing commitment to India, and how we are expanding our operations, leveraging AI, and increasing our partnerships.”
The PMO statement said, “Prime Minister acknowledged Google’s 100 languages initiative and encouraged efforts to make AI tools available in Indian languages. He also encouraged Google to work on AI tools for good governance.”
Modi welcomed Google’s plans to open its global fintech operations centre at the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT) in Gandhinagar.
Pichai informed him about Google’s plans to improve financial inclusion in India by leveraging the strength and reach of GPay and UPI, it said.
He also emphasized Google’s commitment to contribute to the development trajectory of India.
Modi also invited Google to contribute to the upcoming global partnership on the AI summit, which will be hosted by India in December 2023 in New Delhi, it added.
(With agency inputs)