India’s economy has been on a remarkable upswing, and the country is now living in what many call the first decade of its “Indian century,” said Nick Booker, co‑founder of IndoGenius, during the NDTV World Summit on Friday.
Booker pointed out how India’s footing changed dramatically before and after Covid‑19. “You can see the difference everywhere,” he said. Whether you’re flying into an airport, riding a Vande Bharat train, driving on a highway, surfing the 5G network, or paying with UPI, the country’s infrastructure and tech scene has exploded.
“The level of transformation in infrastructure, startup innovation, and technology is incredible,” Booker added. He also highlighted the new India‑UK free trade agreement as a big win for both sides. This milestone marks the first time a democratically elected Indian government negotiated with a democratically elected British government on equal terms.
“It’s just the beginning,” Booker said. “India and Britain will unlock huge growth opportunities. Through the UK, India can tap into networks that reach the global south, Europe, and the Americas.”
He emphasized that the two countries bring complementary strengths: different skills, financial markets, tech capabilities, and geopolitical positions. These differences will create a win‑win for both economies.
On India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, Booker said the goal is to boost per‑capita income across the nation. “India has 1.4 billion people, so the current per‑capita income is lower than it could be,” he explained. The mission aims to lift living standards by expanding technology, power, roadways, healthcare, and education for everyday Indians.
Source: ianslive
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