Bill Gates has predicted that India will soon be one of the most affordable 5G markets globally, citing the country’s extensive and strong digital infrastructure. He praised India for achieving the current number of bank accounts it has in a short time, thanks to its digital infrastructure.
During his visit to India, Gates also acknowledged the country’s competitive private market and reliable, low-cost connectivity. He suggested that India’s successful model of low-cost digital infrastructure could be replicated in other developing countries, such as Kenya and Brazil. Gates met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his trip and described their conversation as the highlight of his visit, leaving him feeling optimistic about India’s potential to make progress in health, climate change, and technology.