With more than half of India's population under the age of 27, the World Economic Forum (WEF) President Borge Brende has said that the country can play a pivotal role in shaping the global fourth industrial revolution. He also said that India can lead the fourth industrial revolution and simultaneously enhance the quality, equity and sustainability of its own growth and development outcomes. Besides, he said that the country has the second largest English speaking population along with the second largest number of internet users on mobile devices.
However, Brende noted that the country will need access to infrastructure, electricity, and stability in monetary and fiscal policies. He highlighted that India is lagging behind when it comes to skills and education. Fourth industrial revolution -- a technological revolution through artificial intelligence, blockchains and Internet of Things -- is changing the scale, scope and complexity of the opportunities and challenges people face today.
In order to set up the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution India in Mumbai, the Forum has already partnered with the Indian government. The centre will become operational in the second half of this year and it will work to accelerate the development and implementation of governance protocols for emerging science and technology to serve citizens, society and the public at large. Besides, the WEF has identified India as a partner since it is a key economic, political and social shaper of the 21st century's global, regional and industry systems.
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