Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid out his focus on leveraging technology in areas of healthcare, education and agriculture. PM Modi responded to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates who asked him about what technological advancements most excited him.

The two global thought leaders discussed at length a range of issues at the PM’s residence. Gates praised India for its technological achievements including advancements in Digital public infrastructure (DPI).

PM Modi emphasised the importance of digital platforms in democratising access to quality healthcare, ensuring that even remote areas receive the same level of medical services as urban centres.