PM Modi says citizens should do more, pitches for 'tax-plus-one' system

The Prime Minister said the future lies in technology which should be used to develop solutions for issues facing the world's fastest growing economy

The base of taxpayers had increased not because citizens are fearful of penal action, but because they believe the government is using the money properly, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi (PM) on Wednesday.

Addressing a town hall with information technology (IT) professionals, the PM also batted for a “tax-plus one” system, where citizens give a little extra to the society, over and above taxes. The interaction was organised as part of the launch of the “self4society” portal. IT professionals can use it to offer voluntary services.

Over 80 companies, including TCS, Google, Mindtree, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Wipro, have already partnered