The Ministry of Finance has announced plans to develop Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) applications at a population scale, focusing on areas like credit, e-commerce, education, health, law and justice, logistics, MSMEs, service delivery, and urban governance. The aim is to improve efficiency and innovation within the private sector.
Key Details
The initiative seeks to create DPI solutions that address specific needs across critical sectors. This development is expected to support private-sector adoption of digital tools for improved productivity and service delivery.
Progress So Far
- Existing DPIs: A total of 16 cross-sectoral DPI solutions have been implemented and are available on the India Stack Global platform (https://www.indiastack.global).
- ICDIA Establishment: The International Center for DPI Innovation and Advancements (ICDIA), a subsidiary of the National Institute of Smart Government (NISG), has been set up to oversee DPI application rollouts within India and abroad.
- Localized Efforts: The India Stack Local portal (https://indiastacklocal.in) has been introduced to document and promote successful digital transformation projects at the state level, encouraging replication in other regions.
This announcement highlights the government’s efforts to integrate digital infrastructure into private-sector operations while supporting sector-specific advancements. Further details on implementation timelines and specific projects are awaited.
