India Mobile Congress 2025: PM Modi's Vision for a Digital and Self-Reliant India
- MGMMTeam
- Oct 8
- 3 min read
The India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, Asia’s premier telecom, media, and technology event, commenced on October 8 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 9th edition of the congress, emphasizing India's transformation into a global leader in digital innovation and manufacturing. With the theme “Innovate to Transform,” the event showcased India's strides in digital infrastructure, indigenous technology, and the thriving startup ecosystem.
A Call to Global Investors
In his inaugural address, Prime Minister Modi declared, “This is the best time to invest, innovate, and make in India.” He highlighted the country's commitment to becoming a global manufacturing hub, offering unparalleled opportunities for innovation and investment. The Prime Minister noted that India is actively enhancing ease of doing business, simplifying regulations, and rationalizing taxes to create a conducive environment for both domestic and international enterprises.
Digital Infrastructure and Technological Advancements
India's progress in digital infrastructure was a focal point of the Prime Minister's address. He pointed out that mobile phone manufacturing has increased 28 times since 2014, and electronics production has grown sixfold. Exports in these sectors have surged, reflecting the country's expanding capabilities and global competitiveness. Additionally, the launch of India's indigenous 4G stack positions the nation among a select few countries with such technological advancements.
The Prime Minister emphasized that India now boasts 5G coverage in almost every district, a significant leap from the days when the country struggled with 2G connectivity. This achievement underscores the government's commitment to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that advanced technologies reach every corner of the nation.
Empowering Startups and Innovation
The Prime Minister lauded the role of startups in driving India's technological growth. He noted that numerous startups had presented on critical themes including financial fraud prevention, quantum communication, 6G, optical communication, and semiconductors. This reflects India's burgeoning innovation ecosystem, fueled by a tech-savvy youth and supported by government initiatives.
To further bolster this ecosystem, the government has introduced schemes like the Telecom Technology Development Fund and Digital Communications Innovations Square, providing funding and test beds for technologies such as 5G, 6G, advanced optical communications, and terahertz. These initiatives aim to nurture innovation and facilitate the development of cutting-edge technologies.
Vision for a Self-Reliant India
Prime Minister Modi reiterated the vision of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India), emphasizing that the country's success in the telecom sector reflects the strength of this vision. He highlighted that India is no longer a mere consumer of technology; instead, it strives to be the architect of the future of technology.
The government's focus on fostering partnerships between premier tech institutes and startups aims to create a robust ecosystem for technological advancement. These collaborations are expected to drive innovation, enhance research and development, and position India as a global leader in technology.
The MGMM Outlook
The India Mobile Congress 2025 highlighted India’s remarkable journey toward becoming a global leader in digital innovation and manufacturing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s inaugural address underscored the country’s growing capabilities in mobile and electronics production, its expanding export potential, and the launch of indigenous technologies such as the 4G stack. With near-universal 5G coverage and significant investments in digital infrastructure, India is demonstrating a clear commitment to bridging the technological divide while creating an environment conducive to both domestic and international enterprises. By emphasizing ease of doing business, streamlined regulations, and strategic incentives, the government is actively inviting global investors to participate in India’s transformation into a tech-forward, self-reliant nation.
Startups and emerging technologies emerged as central themes, reflecting the vibrancy of India’s innovation ecosystem. The Prime Minister highlighted pioneering work in areas such as quantum communication, 6G, semiconductors, and financial fraud prevention, supported by government-backed initiatives like the Telecom Technology Development Fund and Digital Communications Innovations Square. Collaborative efforts between tech institutes and startups are fostering a culture of research, development, and cutting-edge technological advancement. This approach positions India not merely as a consumer of global technology but as a creator of transformative solutions, signaling the country’s growing influence on the global tech stage.
(Sources: Moneycontrol, DD News, Times of India)
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