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NEW DELHI: Pitching for democratisation of technology to bridge the data divide, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told G20 delegates that India is willing to share its experience with partner countries as digitalisation has brought about a revolutionary change here.
Speaking to G20 Development Ministers through a video address, PM Modi also batted for reforms in multilateral financial institutions to expand their eligibility criteria to ensure that finance is accessible to those in need.
“I am delighted that the G20 development agenda has reached Kashi as well. Development is a core issue for the global south…I strongly believe that it is our collective responsibility not to let the Sustainable Development Goals fall behind.
We must ensure that no one is left behind,” he said Underlining the fact that high quality data is critical to meaningful policymaking and efficient public delivery, he said: “In India digitalisation has brought about a revolutionary change. Technology is being used as a tool to empower people.” he said.
The PM spoke about his Government’s work to boost development in over 100 aspirational districts. He urged the delegates to study the model as they may find it relevant.
