Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai was presented with the Padma Bhushan, one of the country's highest civilian awards, by India's Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu in San Francisco.
Delighted to hand over the Padma Bhushan to Google CEO Sundar Pichai in San Francisco, said Ambassador Taranjit S Sandhu. His inspirational journey from Madurai to Mountain View strengthens Indo-US economic and technological ties. relations reaffirm the contribution of Indian talent to global innovation.
Indian Ambassador Taranjit S Sandhu handed over
On this occasion, Indian Ambassador to the US Taranjit S Sandhu said that it was a pleasure to hand over the Padma Bhushan to Google CEO Sundar Pichai. His inspirational journey from Madurai to Mountain View strengthens Indo-US economic and technological ties. relations reaffirm the contribution of Indian talent to global innovation.
I am very grateful to the Government of India for this honor - Pichai
Pichai said I am very grateful to the Government of India and the people of India for this immense honor. India is a part of me, and I look forward to continuing the great partnership between Google and India as we work together to bring the benefits of technology.
Accepting the award from India's Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Pichai said India is a part of me and I carry it with me wherever I go. I am fortunate to have grown up in a family that cherished learning and knowledge.
More people have access to the Internet than ever before
Pichai said it has been amazing to return to India several times over the years to witness the rapid pace of technological change. From digital payments to voice technology, innovations made in India are benefiting people around the world. Pichai said businesses are seizing the opportunities of digital transformation, and more people than ever before have access to the internet, including in rural villages.
Pichai said Prime Minister Modi's Digital India vision has certainly been a catalyst for that progress, and I am proud that Google has continued to invest in India, partnering with governments, businesses, and communities over two transformative decades.
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