India Mobile Congress 2025 Kicks Off: The 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 begins today. It is a three-day event and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 8 October at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi. In his inaugural address, the PM said that now is the best time to invest, innovate, and “Make in India.” He highlighted the growing opportunities in manufacturing, technology, and digital infrastructure in the country.
Speaking at the IMC 2025, PM Modi also emphasised India’s readiness to meet global challenges and become a major player in emerging sectors such as semiconductors, mobile manufacturing and data security.
PM Modi said that any disruption in the global supply chain presents an opportunity for India to step in and provide solutions.
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“To strengthen the country’s semiconductor capabilities, the government is working on setting up 10 semiconductor manufacturing units,” PM Modi said.
The PM Narendra Modi also encouraged further development in the field of chipsets and other mobile devices. He emphasised that as the world continues to produce massive amounts of data, the importance of storage security and data sovereignty will only increase.
“India has the potential to become a global data hub, supported by its strong digital connectivity and affordable data — with 1GB costing as little as a cup of tea,” Prime Minister Modi added.
The Prime Minister also stressed that digital connectivity is not a privilege or luxury, but a necessity in today’s world.
Prime Minister Modi credited India’s democratic system, welcoming approach and ease of doing business for making the country an investor-friendly destination.
Reflecting on the past decade, he highlighted the importance of a modern legal framework to support India’s rapid digital and technological transformation.
The Prime Minister added that India’s innovators and industries carry a greater responsibility, and that startups will play a big role in driving growth, innovation, and global competitiveness.
“From manufacturing to electronics and semiconductors, India has ample opportunities and energy to lead in the global technology landscape,” the Prime Minister stated.
PM Modi also stressed that the country is ramping up reforms, making this the ideal time for investment, innovation, and building a strong, self-reliant India.
With IANS Inputs
