NAMO App data leak Controversy: Know Highlights and features of the Narendra Modi app
New Delhi : Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Sunday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of leaking details of his official mobile app users to US firms.
"Hi! My name is Narendra Modi. I am India's Prime Minister. When you sign up for my official App, I give all your data to my friends in American companies," Gandhi tweeted.
Hours after Congress President Rahul Gandhi, citing media reports, alleged that users data from the Narendra Modi app was being shared with third parties, the BJP denied the allegation saying the app does not ask for blanket permissions when started and "even allows access to users in ‘guest mode without even any permission for data.
"The Narendra Modi App is a unique app, which unlike most apps, gives access to users in ‘guest mode' without even any permission or data... The app does not ask for blanket permissions when the app is started," said a BJP source.
Narendra Modi is one of the most tech-savvy Prime Ministers of India. He has always emphasised and encouraged e-governance ever since he started his tenure. It brings to you latest information, instant updates & helps you contribute towards various tasks. It provides a unique opportunity to receive messages and emails directly from the Prime Minister.You can go to Google Play Store and simply download the ‘Narendra Modi App’.
Highlights of the Narendra Modi app:
• Receive the latest news and updates
• Attractive infographics that illustrate the work of the NDA government to transform India.
• Exclusive opportunity to receive E-Mails & Messages directly from the PM.
• 'Mann Ki Baat' with the PM.
• Exciting features that empower you to contribute towards making a positive difference in society.
• Thoughtful forums where you can share your ideas, views and deliberate with a wide range of people.
• Small Tasks, Big Satisfaction: Contribute & earn Badges through the to-do tasks.
• Your chance to Interact with the PM & share Ideas & Suggestions.
• Never miss out thoughts from PM Modi, read his Blogs.
• Know more about PM Narendra Modi through unique insights in the Biography section.
• Read about PM Modi’s Governance initiatives & achievements.
• Learn more about PM Modi’s efforts augmenting India’s Global Recognition.
• Know about how Good Governance is improving lives through Infographics
• Receive personalised Birthday Greetings from the PM
No permission is compulsory on the NM app. You can access the app even as a guest without entering your email address or phone. This is unlike most other Apps, where some sort of info is required.
Source: Namo App and Ians
