Microsoft Corporation chairman Bill Gates delivers his speech during the 'Transforming India through Technology' meeting in New Delhi on July 24, 2009. The National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) and Microsoft organised the meeting, where Gates is slated to receive the Indira Gandhi International Peace Award from Indian President Prathiba Patil on July 25. AFP



New Delhi: Microsoft chairman Bill Gates is scheduled to meet Nandan Nilekani Friday evening and express interest in Unique Identification Project.



Talking to the media at NASSCOM meet, Bill Gates said it would be a "big mistake" if the US imposes curbs on the entry of skilled workers from abroad, putting his weight behind "smart people" from countries like India who want to work overseas.

"I can't make any predictions. Immigration policy could get more difficult. Microsoft as a company is very vocal. It would be a big mistake," Gates, here for overseeing the philanthropic activities of his foundation, said in an interaction with India Inc.

"The US Congress is very tough on immigration. But why not make an exception for smart people?" said Gates while addressing an interactive session organised by the National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom).