Digital India: Power to Empower

Digital India is a flagship programme of the Government of India, launched on July 1, 2015, by Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi with the vision to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. Digital India has been improving the lives of all citizens through the digital delivery of services, expanding the digital economy and employment opportunities.

The Digital India programme has demonstrated a consistent upward growth trajectory, achieving numerous milestones and flagship initiatives. These accomplishments span a wide array of sectors, including developing broadband highways, universal access to mobile connectivity, public internet access programmes and digital governance.

The future of Digital India is poised for remarkable advancements, leveraging emerging technologies to further drive innovation and growth. The ongoing commitment to digital transformation will continue to enhance service delivery, promote inclusive growth and strengthen India’s position as a global leader in the digital economy. With sustained efforts and strategic initiatives, Digital India is set to redefine the socio-economic landscape of the nation, fostering a brighter, more connected future for all citizens.

According to the State of India’s Digital Economy Report, 2024, unveiled by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) stated that India comes in third place in terms of the digitalisation of the economy. India’s digital infrastructure has been a key driver of its third-place ranking. With a clear focus on realising the vision of a “Viksit Bharat” i.e. Developed India by 2047, the government has laid out a comprehensive plan aimed at empowering citizens through social welfare programs, skill development and education. These elements are the core of the Viksit Bharat goal. Furthermore, in terms of cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, quantum computing and space exploration, India is envisioned to emerge as a global leader under the Viksit Bharat vision. Through these strategic initiatives, Digital India aims to foster inclusive growth, enhance innovation and position itself at the forefront of technological advancements on the world stage.

Our Key Focus Areas

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Innovation

DIGITAL INDIA is at the forefront of driving technological innovation, encouraging research and development of digital solutions to address real-world challenges. We collaborate with startups, academia, and industry experts to foster a culture of innovation that empowers India to lead in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and quantum computing.

DIGITAL INDIA is at the forefront of driving technological innovation, encouraging research and development of digital solutions to address real-world challenges. We collaborate with startups, academia, and industry experts to foster a culture of innovation that empowers India to lead in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and quantum computing.

Innovation
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Digital Inclusion and Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring that digital services are accessible to all, especially marginalized communities, differently-abled individuals, and those in rural and remote areas. Through targeted initiatives, DIGITAL INDIA aims to make technology an enabler of social and economic empowerment for every citizen.

We are committed to ensuring that digital services are accessible to all, especially marginalized communities, differently-abled individuals, and those in rural and remote areas. Through targeted initiatives, DIGITAL INDIA aims to make technology an enabler of social and economic empowerment for every citizen.

Digital Inclusion and Accessibility
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Capacity Building and Skill Development

Recognizing the importance of a digitally skilled workforce, DIGITAL INDIA is actively engaged in training and capacity-building programs that equip citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to participate in the digital economy. We work closely with government agencies, educational institutions, and industry partners to create a talent pool that supports India's digital transformation journey

Recognizing the importance of a digitally skilled workforce, DIGITAL INDIA is actively engaged in training and capacity-building programs that equip citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to participate in the digital economy. We work closely with government agencies, educational institutions, and industry partners to create a talent pool that supports India's digital transformation journey

Capacity Building and Skill Development
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Supporting Digital Entrepreneurship

Supporting digital entrepreneurship involves providing resources like funding, mentorship, and technology access to innovators. It fosters creativity, boosts economic growth, and creates new job opportunities. Encouraging digital skills, building supportive ecosystems, and promoting collaboration are key to helping entrepreneurs thrive in today’s competitive and rapidly evolving digital economy.

Supporting digital entrepreneurship involves providing resources like funding, mentorship, and technology access to innovators. It fosters creativity, boosts economic growth, and creates new job opportunities. Encouraging digital skills, building supportive ecosystems, and promoting collaboration are key to helping entrepreneurs thrive in today’s competitive and rapidly evolving digital economy.

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Technology for Good Governance

It enhances good governance by improving transparency, efficiency, and citizen participation. Tools like e-governance platforms, digital payments, and data analytics streamline services, reduce corruption, and make decision-making more accountable. Technology bridges the gap between governments and citizens, fostering trust and enabling more responsive, inclusive, and effective governance systems.

It enhances good governance by improving transparency, efficiency, and citizen participation. Tools like e-governance platforms, digital payments, and data analytics streamline services, reduce corruption, and make decision-making more accountable. Technology bridges the gap between governments and citizens, fostering trust and enabling more responsive, inclusive, and effective governance systems.

Technology for Good Governance

Milestones

2024

India hosted Global IndiaAI Summit

2023

G20 was hosted by India

2022

Government of India launched the "National Language Translation Mission"

2021

The Prime Minister inaugurated the "UMANG International"

2020

The Aarogya Setu app was launched

2019

National Policy on Electronics was approved

2018

Prime Minister launched the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA)

2017

Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) was launched

2016

Launch of Bharat Interface for Money App

2015

Digital India Program launched by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Our Services

High speed internet as a core utility
High speed internet as a core utility

The provision of high-speed internet, elevated to the status of a fundamental utility akin to water or electricity, stands as the lifeblood of the digital age, ensuring every citizen's seamless integration into the global digital tapestry.

Cradle to grave digital identity
Cradle to grave digital identity

An unbroken, lifelong digital identity—uniquely tailored and eternally verifiable—serves as the cornerstone of one’s virtual existence, granting secure and consistent access to a myriad of online services throughout the entirety of life’s journey.

Mobile phone & Bank account
Mobile phone & Bank account

As the essential instruments of modern digital and financial participation, the mobile phone and bank account serve as gateways, unlocking the realms of communication, digital interaction, and economic empowerment.

Easy access to a Common Service Centre
Easy access to a Common Service Centre

A meticulously crafted network of Common Service Centres emerges as the connective tissue between the digital and the tangible, extending the reach of governmental and digital services, even to those who may not possess personal digital devices.

Shareable private space on a public cloud
Shareable private space on a public cloud

The provision of a personal, secure enclave within the vast expanse of the public cloud empowers individuals to curate, manage, and share their digital treasures with fluidity and assurance, reflecting the modern ethos of digital autonomy.

Safe and secure Cyber-space
Safe and secure Cyber-space

A fortified digital sanctuary that shields its denizens from the perils of cyber threats, safeguarding privacy, data integrity, and the sanctity of one's digital engagements, thus fostering a climate of trust and security in the virtual world.

Seamlessly Integrated Across Departments or Jurisdictions
Seamlessly Integrated Across Departments or Jurisdictions

Ensuring that services are harmoniously interconnected across various departments and jurisdictions, fostering a unified and efficient digital ecosystem.

Real-Time Service Availability on Online & Mobile Platforms
Real-Time Service Availability on Online & Mobile Platforms

Providing services in real-time through online and mobile platforms, ensuring instant access and responsiveness for all users.

Cloud Accessibility for All Citizen Entitlements
Cloud Accessibility for All Citizen Entitlements

Making every citizen’s entitlement readily available on the cloud, ensuring easy access and secure storage in a centralized digital repository.

Digitally Transformed Services for Enhanced Ease of Doing Business
Digitally Transformed Services for Enhanced Ease of Doing Business

Transforming services through digital innovation to streamline processes, thereby significantly enhancing the ease of conducting business.

Electronic & Cashless Financial Transactions
Electronic & Cashless Financial Transactions

Transitioning financial transactions to electronic and cashless modes, promoting efficiency, transparency, and modern financial practices.

Utilizing GIS for Decision Support & Development
Utilizing GIS for Decision Support & Development

Employing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a critical tool for informed decision-making and strategic developmental planning.

Universal Digital Literacy
Universal Digital Literacy

Fostering a culture of digital literacy that empowers every individual to navigate the digital landscape confidently and competently.

Universally Accessible Digital Resources
Universally Accessible Digital Resources

Ensuring that digital resources are accessible to all, breaking down barriers and promoting inclusivity in the digital realm.

Cloud Accessibility for All Documents and Certificates
Cloud Accessibility for All Documents and Certificates

Making all essential documents and certificates readily available in the cloud, providing secure and convenient access for every user.

Digital Resources and Services Available in Indian Languages
Digital Resources and Services Available in Indian Languages

Offering a wide range of digital resources and services in Indian languages, enhancing accessibility and understanding for diverse populations.

Collaborative Digital Platforms for Participative Governance
Collaborative Digital Platforms for Participative Governance

Establishing collaborative digital platforms that encourage active citizen participation in governance, fostering transparency and community engagement.

Portability of All Entitlements Through the Cloud
Portability of All Entitlements Through the Cloud

Enabling the seamless portability of all citizen entitlements via the cloud, ensuring that individuals can access their benefits anytime and anywhere.