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IMC 2023 Live Updates: The 7th Edition of the IMC 2023 kicked off at the Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on Friday. In his inaugural speech at the event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared insights into the technological progress of India and the steps to foster efforts to use technology as an enabler.

According to CNBCTV18, the PM emphasised Google's move to manufacture Pixel devices in the country while stressing that premium flagships like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Apple iPhone 15 are already manufactured in India. He stated that India is the 2nd biggest mobile manufacturer currently and exports electronics worth two lakh crores.

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To take this success forward, a robust semiconductor manufacturing arm in India is required, and an 80,000 crore PLI scheme in this direction is in the works, PM Modi said. He also stated that the government prioritises access to tech resources and capital for citizens.

The aim is to democratise technology and steer towards social justice, he added. "We believe in the power of democratisation. The benefit of development should reach every section and region, everyone should benefit from the resources in India, everyone should have a life of dignity and the benefit of technology should reach everyone", PIB, citing the PM, reported.

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He emphasised Bharat Net, which connects over two lakh gram panchayats with an internet connection. About 10,000 Atal tinkering labs serve nearly 75,000 children and offer cutting-edge technology. "The future is going to be entirely different and it is a matter of happiness that our young generation is leading the tech revolution."

On a related note, speaking on 6G, the PM remarked: "India is not only expanding the 5G network in the country but also laying emphasis on becoming a leader in 6G." For some background, the IMC 2023 is being attended by about 22 countries and one lakh participants.