National organization of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) today welcomed Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s speech on the occasion of Independence Day presenting a vision to transform India into a ‘Digital India’ and a global manufacturing powerhouse hopeful investors to capitalize on the immense potential of the nation.
Appreciating PM’s vision for India, Mr. R. Chandrashekhar, President, NASSCOM, said, “It is heartening to see the PM’s commitment to harness the true potential of IT and the industry and its capabilities to connect and serve each and every citizen of the country, in order to realize his dream of a “Digital India”. The emphasis on e-governance, e-healthcare, e-education covering both urban and rural areas, manufacturing in India and public private partnerships is praiseworthy. NASSCOM looks forward to the opportunity to partner with the Government in achieving this lofty vision. NASSCOM has also been working with the government to create a facilitative investment climate and improve ease of doing business in India by way of requisite policy changes and relevant policy implementation measures for enhanced competitiveness of our country.” He further added, “PM’s focus on creating a skilled, talented, disciplined, and determined workforce to promote the rapid development of India is an important step in the right direction and NASSCOM will continue with its efforts to create the best global talent pool in India and make India digitally literate. The entire IT industry is looking forward to a closer association in the implementation of the agenda laid out by the Prime Minister.”
