Digital India: Power to Empower

Launched on July 1, 2015, the Digital India programme is a flagship initiative of the Government of India with a vision to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy.

The Three Core Pillars of Digital India

The initiative is built upon three interconnected vision areas that collectively drive the nation's digital transformation, ensuring technology is accessible, inclusive, and transformative.

1

Digital Infrastructure as a Core Utility

Ensuring high-speed internet and mobile connectivity is available to every citizen.

2

Governance & Services on Demand

Integrating government departments and services for seamless, online, and real-time delivery.

3

Digital Empowerment of Citizens

Promoting universal digital literacy and providing accessible digital resources for all.

Key Initiatives Driving the Transformation

A diverse portfolio of platforms and schemes forms the backbone of Digital India, each targeting a specific area of citizen empowerment and service delivery.

UMANG: One App, Many Services

The Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance (UMANG) integrates services from various government departments into a single platform, bringing convenience to citizens' fingertips.

DigiLocker: Your Digital Document Wallet

DigiLocker provides citizens with a secure, private cloud account to access and share authentic digital documents, eliminating the need for physical copies.

Enhancing Governance & Transparency

Digital platforms are revolutionizing public procurement and citizen engagement, making governance more open, efficient, and participatory.

GeM Portal

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Digital Transactions on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM), enhancing transparency in public procurement and supporting local sellers.

Citizen Engagement Platforms

Platforms like MyGov empower citizens to participate in policy-making by providing feedback and suggestions directly to the government.

Fueling a Knowledge-Based Economy

From financial inclusion to fostering innovation, Digital India is creating a robust digital economy and empowering entrepreneurs nationwide.

Growth of Financial Inclusion

Initiatives like the Jan Dhan Yojana, coupled with mobile banking, have dramatically expanded access to financial services for millions of Indians.

Startup India: Nurturing Innovation

The Startup India program provides a supportive ecosystem for new and aspiring entrepreneurs, boosting job creation and technological advancement.

Connecting Bharat: Bridging the Digital Divide

Major infrastructure projects are delivering high-speed internet to the farthest corners of the country, ensuring no one is left behind in the digital revolution.

BharatNet: Rural Connectivity Drive

BharatNet is one of the world's largest rural broadband projects, aiming to connect all Gram Panchayats with high-speed optical fiber.

Next-Gen Connectivity

5G

Launched in 2022, 5G technology is set to unlock new possibilities in areas like IoT, AI, and smart cities, further accelerating digital growth.

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