GES 2017 Live updates: Come make in India, for India and for the world, says PM Modi

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj addresses GES 2017

Come, make in India, invest in India, for India and for the world, says PM Modi.

We have made Aadhaar, world's largest digital database, says PM Modi.

We have launched the Subhagya scheme to provide electricity connection to all families by December 2018, says PM Modi.

Our govt has taken several step to improve business environment. The jump in ease of doing business is a result of this initiative, says PM Modi.

PM Modi lists measures taken by his government for ease of business in India.

Binary system traces its roots to India, says PM Modi

GES will showcase women who have dared to be different, says PM Modi.

The theme, 'women first, prosperity for all' makes this edition of GSE stand out. In Indian mythology, women is an incarnation of Shakti- the Goddess of power, we believe women empowerment is vital to our development, says PM Modi.

India's Mars mission had immense contribution of women, says PM Modi

Hyderabad is home to Saina Nehwal, Sania Mirza and PV Sindhu, says PM Modi

Women empowerment is vital to our development, says PM Modi.

The event not just connects Silicon Valley with Hyderabad, it also shows the connect between US and India, says PM Modi.

We are happy to host the GES in partnership with the government of America, says PM Modi.

PM Narendra Modi addresses Global Entrepreneurship Summit

I applaud PM Modi for inspiring women entrepreneurs, says Ivanka Trump

What you are achieving here is truly extraordinary. From your childhood selling tea to your election as India's Prime Minister, you've proven that transformational change is possible, says Ivanka Trump

I am proud to see that for the first time a majority of 1500 women entrepreneurs are participating in such an event.: #IvankaTrump at #GlobalEntrepreneurshipSummit in Hyderabad pic.twitter.com/NOLVbaDZEy

— ANI (@ANI) November 28, 2017

India will grow speedily under PM Modi, says Ivanka Trump at GES.

It's incredible to be in this ancient city brimming with technology.: : #IvankaTrump at #GlobalEntrepreneurshipSummit in Hyderabad pic.twitter.com/69TVUNKBeO

— ANI (@ANI) November 28, 2017

Number of women entrepreneurs has gone up by 45% in US in the last decade, says Ivanka.

After my father's election, I saw an opportunity to leave my business and work for the welfare of America, says Ivanka at GES.

Ivanka Trump congratulates India for its enterprise and entrepreneurship.

As President Trump said, India now has a true friend in White House, says Ivanka Trump

People of India inspire us all, says Ivanka Trump at GES.

Ivanka Trump addresses the Global Entrepreneurship Summit, thanks India for a warm welcome.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and #IvankaTrump inaugurated #GlobalEntrepreneurshipSummit in Hyderabad. pic.twitter.com/sUNZ42kzJT

— ANI (@ANI) November 28, 2017

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao addresses the Global Entrepreneurship Summit.

Hand in hand. EAM @SushmaSwaraj met @IvankaTrump, Advisor to the US President and Leader of the US delegation at GES2017 in Hyderabad; had a productive discussion on women entrepreneurship and empowerment. pic.twitter.com/cbdGhhyn3G

— Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) November 28, 2017

Women first, Prosperity for all. PM @narendramodi met @IvankaTrump, Advisor to the US President and Leader of the US delegation, ahead of the inauguration of GES2017 in Hyderabad. pic.twitter.com/eTRk3kqoyM

— Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) November 28, 2017

IvankaTrump meets PM Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the Global Entrepreneurship Summit.

Delegates start arriving in Hyderabad for GES 2017

Heading to Hyderabad today for the inauguration of @GES2017
First time in Asia; jointly hosted with USA celebrates entrepreneurship. @NITIAayog @amitabhk87 @WhiteHouse @narendramodi #GES2017 pic.twitter.com/y3ACRawL5H

— Vikas Khanna (@TheVikasKhanna) November 28, 2017

After the inauguration, Ivanka and Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman are slated to participate in a panel discussion on opening up of opportunities for women entrepreneurs.

The theme of this year's summit demonstrates the commitment of the US and the Indian government to the principle that when women are economically empowered, their communities and countries thrive, Kant said. 

The summit will primarily focus on four thematic sectors -- energy and infrastructure; healthcare and life sciences; financial technology and digital economy; and media and entertainment sectors, according to NITI Ayog CEO Amitabh Kant.

Ivanka Trump to stay at Trident Hotel in Hitec City, about two km from Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), the venue of GES. 

PM Narendra Modi, Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao and Ivanka trump will deliver remarks during the official opening of GES 2017

PM @NarendraModi, @TelanganaCMO K. Chandrasekhar Rao, and Senior Advisor @IvankaTrump will deliver remarks during the official opening of #GES2017 TODAY at 4:30 pm IST/6:00 am EST. Watch it LIVE here: https://t.co/MeGiuyTWkP. pic.twitter.com/xOYrMQaqvU

— GES2017 (@GES2017) November 28, 2017

US Ambassador Kenneth Juster welcomes Ivanka

Welcome to #IncredibleIndia, @IvankaTrump! Great to have you and the U.S. contingent here in #Hyderabad to kick off #GES2017! pic.twitter.com/JP4Pm6OQv5

— Ken Juster (@USAmbIndia) November 28, 2017

Several schools in city declares holiday for student because of traffic restrictions imposed in the city city due to VVIP movement.

US embassy in India shared a comment American Secretary of State Rex Tillerson previously made about the summit. 

"Indians and Americans don't just share an affinity for democracy. We share a vision of the future." - Sec. Tillerson #GES2017 #USIndia70 #USIndiaDosti pic.twitter.com/tEKE2CuVWy

— U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) November 28, 2017

Ivanka Trump was received in Hyderabad by Kenneth Juster, the newly appointed US ambassador to India, and Navtej Sarna, New Delhi's ambassador in Washington.

#WATCH Ivanka Trump arrived in Hyderabad, late last night; will be attending Global Entrepreneurship Summit #GES2017 pic.twitter.com/3FozL12bF4

— ANI (@ANI) November 28, 2017

With the theme of "Women First, Prosperity for All," this will be the first GES in which women are the majority of the participants, says PM Modi

Will be in Hyderabad today, where I inaugurate the Hyderabad Metro and take part in the @GES2017. The Summit, which is jointly hosted with USA celebrates entrepreneurship. This year we are focussing on the theme 'Women First, Prosperity for All.’ https://t.co/oCPJCen96T

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 28, 2017

All aboard for #GES2017! We are ready to welcome the world for 3 days of entrepreneurship & innovation at Hyd. The Emerging Emerge Here. pic.twitter.com/DA08TcROq8

— NITI Aayog (@NITIAayog) November 27, 2017

The final preparations for #GES2017 are underway. Get ready to experience 3 days dedicated to entrepreneurial talent & innovation! pic.twitter.com/nmEEwx3Pyt

— NITI Aayog (@NITIAayog) November 27, 2017

Warm welcome to a special guest. Advisor to the President of the USA @IvankaTrump arrives in Hyderabad. She is leading the US delegation to the eighth edition of Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2017 pic.twitter.com/HNh29RNAfg

— Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) November 27, 2017

Hyderabad: Ivanka Trump arrives for Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2017

Hyderabad: #IvankaTrump arrives for the GES 2017. PM Modi to also attend the summit pic.twitter.com/JXP4Yd1UVN

— ANI (@ANI) November 27, 2017

The event will will be attended by around 1500 entrepreneurs from 170 countries. 

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to also attend the summit.

The closing session of GES will bring together key influencers that support, promote and fund women entrepreneurs.

Innovators in workforce development and training will discuss what works and what more can be done to open doors for women at the workplace.

Ivanka will also be part of a discussion on increasing women in the workforce through skills training, education, and mentorship on the second day. 

The theme of this year's summit is 'Women First, Prosperity for All' and will include 1,200 young entrepreneurs, most of whom are women.

About 2,500 security personnel deployed in three cordons. 

Security tightened in Hyderabad ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Donald Trump's daughter and advisor Ivanka Trump's visit to Hyderabad on Tuesday.