Dont copy US development model: Pitroda

Addressing participants of Microsoft-organised TechED 2010,a technology conclave here,via videoconferencing from Chicago,the technocrat said India has its own challenges and requires Indian model focused on low-cost solutions.

8220;We need to learn to innovate on our own8221;,he said,adding,India needs to look at new development models in areas such as education and health.

Advisor to Prime Minister on public information infrastructure and innovations,Pitroda said India8217;s rural areas could become outsourcing hubs for urban centres.

8220;If Bangalore can become back-office of America,why can8217;t our rural areas become back-office of urban areas8221; he asked.