Digital space shouldn't become playground for forces of terrorism, radicalization: PM Modi at Cyber Space conference
Nations must also take responsibility to ensure that the digital space does not become a playground for the dark forces of terrorism and radicalization
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday termed cyber attacks as a significant threat, saying digital space should not be allowed to be used for terrorism.
Addressing the Global Conference on Cyber Space in Delhi, Modi said technology breaks barriers and has led to efficient service delivery, governance and improved access to education and health.
India, he said, is keen to find innovative and scalable solutions in education and healthcare using digital technology.
The theme of the conference is 'Cyber for All: A Secure and Inclusive Cyberspace for Sustainable Development.'
Representatives from around 124 countries and 33 Ministerial delegates from 31 countries, including Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremasinghe, will attend the conference.
The conference is being organised to promote the importance of inclusiveness and human rights in global cyber policy.
Over 10 thousand delegates will take part in the conference in person. There will also be virtual participation from over 2800 locations across the world that will be connected in an interactive mode.
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PM Modi addresses at Global Conference on 'Cyber Space'
â–º We all know how cyber-space has transformed the world over the last few decades
â–º The senior generation would recall the bulky main-frame computer systems of the 70s and 80s. A lot has changed since then. Email and personal computers brought about a new revolution in the nineties
â–º Indian IT talent has been recognized world-wide. Indian IT companies have made a name for themselves globally
â–º Today, digital technology has emerged as a great enabler. It has paved the way for efficient service delivery and governance. It is improving access, in domains from education to health
â–º We in India, give primacy to the human face of technology and are using it to improve what I call, 'ease of living.'
â–º We are using mobile power or M-power to empower our citizens
â–º Through better targeting of subsidies, the JAM trinity has prevented leakages to the tune of nearly ten billion dollars so far
â–º Digital technology is contributing to more farm incomes. A small entrepreneur can register on Government e-Marketplace & bid competitively for supply of goods to Government. Pensioners no longer need to present themselves in front of a bank officer to provide proof of life
â–º Citizens of India are increasingly adopting cashless transactions. For this, we created the Bharat Interface for Money – or BHIM App. This App is helping the movement towards a less cash and corruption free society
â–º We are using the digital domain to facilitate participative governance or Jan Bhagidari
â–º It is our firm belief that there are millions of Indians, whose transformative ideas can go a long way in taking India to new heights
â–º On the last Wednesday of every month, I meet top Union and State government officials for a PRAGATI Session. Technology breaks silos. Sitting in our respective offices, aided by the cyber world, we discuss and resolve important governance issues
â–º I am happy to share with you that the PRAGATI sessions have resulted in faster decision-making, through consensus, in the larger interest of the nation. PRAGATI has put back on track infrastructure projects worth billions of dollars which were stuck in red-tape
â–º The global community needs to approach the issue of cyber-security with confidence, as much as with resolve. Cyber-space technologies must remain an enabler for our people
â–º We need to ensure that vulnerable sections of our society do not fall prey to the evil designs of cyber criminals. Alertness towards cyber-security concerns, should become a way of life
â–º Nations must also take responsibility to ensure that the digital space does not become a playground for the dark forces of terrorism and radicalization
Journey that begun from London, Seoul, and now in India' - Minister of Electronics & IT Ravi shankar Prasad marking the opening ceremony.