India's information technology industry on Thursday expressed the hope that the new government at the Centre would continue to support the sunrise sector.
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"We are certain that the new government at the Centre will continue the excellent support to this sector that we have received in the past, both in terms of infrastructure and favourable policies," Nasscom President Kiran Karnik said in a statement.
Welcoming the Congress party's victory, he said: "It is noteworthy that amongst the important milestones of India's progress in the IT industry was Rajiv Gandhi's enthusiasm and promotion of the sector."
"Apart from the Centre there will be a change of leadership in some states too. In looking at these changes, we are greatly reassured by our experience of working with different governments, irrespective of the political parties in power. We have always received strong support and seen great enthusiasm to promote IT," Karnik said.
Meanwhile, Infosys CEO Nandan Nilekani said: "We are confident that whichever party comes to power, the process of reforms will continue. The Indian economy is poised for growth and we are sure that this will be endorsed by whoever forms the government".
"Today all political parties agree that IT is of strategic importance to the economy and we are confident that the new government will encourage it," Vinnie Mehta, executive director, Manufacturers Association of Information Technology, said.