Amit Shah takes the 'Swadeshi' way, ditches Google, Microsoft for Zoho
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has opted for Indian tech company Zoho’s products instead of global giants Google and Microsoft, reinforcing his support for self-reliance and the “Make in India” initiative. His move highlights growing confidence in indigenous software solutions that rival leading international platforms in performance and security. Zoho, known for its office productivity tools and cloud services, has become a strong alternative for organizations seeking data privacy and cost-effective solutions. Shah’s preference for a homegrown company aligns with India’s broader digital sovereignty goals, encouraging government officials and businesses to adopt local technology. This decision has also sparked widespread discussions across the tech community about the potential for Indian firms to compete globally in enterprise software markets. Zoho’s founder, Sridhar Vembu, welcomed the endorsement, emphasizing that Indian innovation can meet global standards without relying on foreign technology ecosystems.
The Key points
- Amit Shah switches to Zoho from Google and Microsoft.
- Promotes “Atmanirbhar Bharat” and Indian-made technology.
- Highlights trust in domestic tech innovation.
- Encourages use of Indian software in governance.
- Zoho offers strong alternatives for productivity tools.
- Move supports India’s digital sovereignty mission.
- Sparks interest in indigenous enterprise solutions.
- Boosts confidence in local tech startups.
- Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu praises Shah’s endorsement.
- Marks a turning point for Indian IT self-reliance.
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