New Delhi: Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced today that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will soon be signed between the India AI mission and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Vaishnaw made this statement following a meeting with Bill Gates, the founder of the Foundation, in New Delhi.
On social media, the Minister highlighted that the collaboration will focus on AI solutions aimed at improving agricultural productivity, healthcare, education, and climate resilience.
In a parallel development, Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, also met with Bill Gates. Nadda acknowledged the significant contributions of the Foundation in strengthening India’s health systems, particularly in the areas of maternal health, immunization, and sanitation.
During their discussion, both parties emphasized their shared commitment to affordable, accessible, and high-quality healthcare for all citizens. Nadda further mentioned that they were looking forward to renewing the Memorandum of Cooperation to continue their impactful collaboration.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also had a meeting with Bill Gates today in New Delhi. According to a social media post by Modi, the discussion covered a wide range of topics, including technology, innovation, and sustainability, all with an eye on creating a better future for future generations. Bill Gates, in turn, shared his thoughts on the conversation, highlighting India’s development journey and the country’s vision for 2047, along with the significant strides being made in health, agriculture, AI, and other sectors.
This series of high-level meetings marks a further deepening of India’s collaboration with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, aiming to make strides in critical areas of public health, technology, and sustainability.
