India Day Celebrations Highlight Innovations and Bilateral Ties

Bill Gates praised India's innovations in technology, agriculture, and healthcare at the first India Day celebrations in Greater Seattle. Gates underscored the global impact of India's advancements and the leadership of the Indian diaspora. The event featured cultural performances and involved participation from various U.S. dignitaries.

Bill Gates lauded India's significant contributions to global innovation during the inaugural India Day celebrations in the Greater Seattle area. Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and chairman of the Gates Foundation, emphasized India's role in producing low-cost vaccines and its pioneering Digital Public Infrastructure.

At the event, Gates highlighted the importance of India's technological advancements and their global implications. 'India is a global leader with breakthrough innovations in areas like technology, agriculture, and healthcare that are saving and improving lives,' he said, celebrating the 78th Indian Independence Day.

Over 2,000 members of the Indian-American community attended the celebration, which featured cultural performances and floats representing various Indian states. U.S. dignitaries, including congress members and state officials, also joined the festivities, underscoring the deep cultural and economic ties between India and the Pacific Northwest.

(With inputs from agencies.)