Exclusive interview with Satya Nadella: 'Modi's vision is absolutely right, he is pushing the right agenda' - IBNLive
In an exclusive interview, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella emphasised on
the role that technology can play in development and governance.
"Technology drives progress," said Nadella. "When I think about tech, it plays a role in empowering people to achieve more."
"World
class cloud technology can bring the next level of efficiency," said
Nadella highlighting the importance of cloud computing in the role that
technology can play in bringing about the change. Cloud computing is one
of Microsoft's strengths.
The
Hyderabad-born Nadella gave an example of how previously unconnected
schools in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam district are now are connected
and how this is bringing about a change. Nadella said the cloud could
democratise access.
Talking about concerns about privacy and
security, Nadella said that Microsoft has been in India for over 20
years and the company understands digital security and they are "looking
forward to working with the authorities in India."
Asked about
India's potential and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Digital India
vision, Nadella said, "I think India entrepreneurs are world class, I
think Indian human capital is world call. I think Narendra Modi's vision
is absolutely right, he is pushing right agenda."
Indian Prime
Minister Narendra Modi is on a tour of Silicon Valley, the hub of the
world's tech giants. Modi will meet Satya Nadella and other CEOs of big
technology companies during his two-day visit.
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