PM Modi hails Microsoft’s focus on tech, innovation, and AI in India investment plans

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on December 6 to discuss the transformative role of technology, innovation, and artificial intelligence (AI) in India’s development. The meeting highlighted the potential for collaboration in driving India’s digital growth and promoting inclusive progress.

Following the meeting, Nadella shared his enthusiasm on X (formerly Twitter), posting, “Thank you, PM @narendramodi ji for your leadership. Excited to build on our commitment to making India AI-first and work together on our continued expansion in the country to ensure every Indian benefits from this AI platform shift.” He also posted a photo from the interaction.

Responding to Nadella’s message, PM Modi expressed his appreciation for Microsoft’s plans in India. “It was indeed a delight to meet you, @satyanadella! Glad to know about Microsoft's ambitious expansion and investment plans in India. It was also wonderful discussing various aspects of tech, innovation and AI in our meeting,” he wrote.

This marks another significant engagement between the two leaders. In 2023, during a previous visit to India, Nadella praised the government’s ‘Digital India’ initiative, highlighting its role in fostering sustainable and inclusive economic growth through digital transformation. At the time, Nadella had stated, “It is inspiring to see the government's deep focus on sustainable and inclusive economic growth led by digital transformation.”

Nadella’s recent meeting with the Prime Minister came shortly after his visit to Hyderabad, where he held discussions with Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on December 30. The Telangana Chief Minister’s Office shared that Nadella reaffirmed Microsoft’s commitment to partnering with the state government on various initiatives. He also commended the state’s focus on enhancing skills and infrastructure, describing it as crucial for positioning Hyderabad among the top 50 global cities driving economic growth.

Microsoft, a pioneer in Hyderabad’s tech ecosystem, employs 10,000 people in the city and has invested significantly, including in a 600 MW data centre capacity in Telangana. The company continues to play a key role in shaping India’s digital transformation journey.