Pipeline of talent needed for Indo-US growth: PM Modi

TIL Desk/National/New Delhi/ To maintain the momentum of growth, a “pipeline of talent” is needed for India and the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at an event in Washington to highlight the two nations’ shared priorities around education and workforce.

 He was participating in the ‘Skilling For Future Event’ organised by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on Wednesday and his visit to the Virginia-based agency was hosted by First Lady Jill Biden.

 The event focused on workforce redevelopment across higher education institutions to expand and enhance access to quality education across society.

 Prime minister highlighted numerous steps taken by India to promote education, skilling and innovation. He appreciated ongoing bilateral academic exchanges, and collaborations between Indian and US academic and research ecosystems.

 “I am really happy to have got an opportunity to interact with young and creative minds here. India is working on several projects in collaboration with the NSF. I thank First Lady Jill Biden for planning and organising this event,” Modi said.