Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's technological transformation and economic growth during appearances at the VivaTech summit in Paris and an event in Auckland [1, 2].
These engagements serve as a strategic effort to attract global partnerships and position India as a primary destination for innovation and investment. By showcasing diverse industrial successes, the Prime Minister aims to establish India as a global model for development [2, 3].
Speaking at the 10th edition of the Paris VivaTech fair [4], Modi said India is leading across multiple sectors. He cited progress in vaccines, mobile manufacturing, telecom, dairy, and automobiles [1, 2]. He also emphasized the growth of Indian startups, renewable energy, and digital public infrastructure as pillars of the nation's current trajectory [1].
Modi focused on the role of artificial intelligence in future development. He said, "AI means All Inclusive" [5]. This phrasing underscores a policy goal to ensure that technological advancements benefit all citizens rather than a small elite [2, 5].
During the tour, which included events in Paris and Nice [6], the Prime Minister described the nation's current economic status. He said, "India is the world's fastest‑growing major economy" [7].
Beyond the tech summit, Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Auckland, New Zealand [1]. In that setting, he said India is emerging as a global model for development and innovation [1]. The outreach across France and New Zealand highlights a coordinated effort to leverage both diplomatic ties and the global Indian community to promote the country's tech ambitions [2, 6].
“"AI means All Inclusive."”
By framing artificial intelligence as 'all inclusive' and showcasing a broad spectrum of industrial growth, India is attempting to differentiate its tech narrative from that of Western or Chinese models. The focus on digital public infrastructure and inclusive innovation suggests a strategy to attract investment by presenting India not just as a market, but as a scalable blueprint for developing nations to modernize without leaving marginalized populations behind.
