Bold step in national interest: Paytm founder on Chinese Apps ban

Tribune Web Desk
Chandigarh, June 30

Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma on Tuesday said that the government’s ban on 59 Chinese apps was a “bold move”, directed at the national interest.

Sharma said it was the best time for Indian entrepreneurs to innovate and build for Indians.

In a tweet, Sharma said: “Bold step in the national interest. A step towards Atmanirbhar App ecosystem. Time for the best Indian entrepreneurs to come forward and build the best by Indians, for Indians! ये है भारत की डिजिटल क्रांति!#आत्मनिर्भरभारत.”

According to the Patym website, its investors include Softbank, SAIF Partners, Ant Financial and China’s Alibaba Group.