PM Modi Champions Technological Growth and Employment at Rozgar Mela
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's technological advancement and employment opportunities at the Rozgar Mela. Highlighting initiatives like 'Make in India' and various government schemes, PM Modi outlined efforts to bridge the technology gap, boost foreign investment, skill development, and global job opportunities for Indian youth.
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During the Rozgar Mela on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's recent technological advancements in sectors ranging from space to electric vehicles. In a video conference address, he noted India's progress towards becoming the world's third-largest economy, attributing past lags in technology to unclear policies of previous governments.
The Prime Minister detailed initiatives like 'Make in India,' which aims to shift the mindset that modern technology cannot be developed domestically. Emphasizing emerging sectors such as semiconductors and electric vehicles, Modi pointed to the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme as a vehicle for attracting foreign direct investment and fostering job creation.
Furthermore, Modi discussed the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana's impact, with millions of registrants and thousands of jobs generated, and announced plans for extensive skill development programs. He affirmed the government's focus on creating a robust ecosystem for employment and young people's global job prospects, referencing international agreements and internship opportunities.
(With inputs from agencies.)