India's Digital Transformation: Open, Secure, Inclusive Internet is Key, Says IT Secy Krishnan

• IT Secretary S Krishnan emphasized India's digital transformation is built on an open, secure, and inclusive internet, crucial for effective network infrastructure.
• India is committed to the multistakeholder model of Internet governance, fostering innovation, inclusion, and trust in the global Internet ecosystem.
• Mumbai will host ICANN85 from March 7-12, underscoring India's role in global internet governance, with NIXI and MeitY as hosts.
• The meeting will provide key updates on the New gTLD Program, allowing organizations to apply for new top-level domains tailored to their needs.
• ICANN85 follows the UN General Assembly's WSIS+20 Outcomes Document, reinforcing the multistakeholder approach to internet stability and openness.