Mobile governance will soon be a reality: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the 'Digital India' mission will ensure jobs for 18 lakh people in the country, adding that mobile governance will soon be a reality.

"Digital India will enable investment of Rs 4.5 lakh crore, ensure jobs for 18 lakh people," Prime Minister Modi said at the launch of the mission.

"E-Governance is going to change into M-Governance or mobile governance. Mobile governance is going to be a reality soon," he added.

The Prime Minister also assured help to the youngsters in their start-ups.

"Why can't we make quality electronic goods that are globally competitive?

I assure all help to youngsters in start ups. I think in the times to come we will get even more active in this," he said.

"Design in India is very important. Just like Make in India is important. The talent of our youth must be utilised. And we must focus on designing in India," the Prime Minister added.

Speaking about cyber security, Prime Minister Modi said, "The world is so worried about cyber security. One click can change a lot of things. We must assure the world through innovation that if it is a product of India, the world is secure in the cyber world."

Digital India aims to transform the country into a digitally empowered knowledge economy.