Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates recently posted a video featuring himself with Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Meta’s Instagram. In the short clip, the two icons are seen casually enjoying vada pav while sitting on a bench. The video ends with the intriguing caption, “Serving soon,” hinting at an upcoming project. However, no official details about their collaboration have been revealed yet.
Captioning the post, Gates wrote, “A snack break before we get to work.”
Bill Gates’ India Visit: Marking 25 Years of Impact
Gates’ visit to India coincided with the 25th anniversary of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This was his third trip to the country in recent years, during which he engaged with key leaders to discuss India’s strides in technology, healthcare, and development.
Meetings with India’s Leadership
During his stay, Gates met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, applauding India’s innovative efforts in driving progress both domestically and globally. He also interacted with Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda, focusing on collaborations to improve maternal health, immunization, and sanitation. Additionally, a meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar covered developmental challenges and India’s role in fostering global innovation.
Empowering Rural Women Through Technology
Gates also visited the Indian Agricultural Research Institute’s Pusa Campus in New Delhi, where he witnessed rural women being trained to operate drones under the Namo Drone Didi Scheme. This initiative aims to enhance economic independence and skill development among women in rural areas.
A Landmark Moment for the Gates Foundation
For the first time, the Gates Foundation’s Board of Trustees convened in the Global South, highlighting India’s vital role in global health and development.Summing up his experience, Gates shared in his blog, “I came away with new ideas because India is full of smart, ambitious people tackling some of the world’s hardest problems in creative ways.”
