DPI’s next challenge is delivering public value: Experts at IIIT-B workshop
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Experts at an IIIT-B workshop discussed the evolution of India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) from basic identity and payments to delivering actionable public value in sectors like healthcare and education.
Background
The workshop 'Scaling DPI: From Identity to Actionable Data' was hosted by IIIT-B. Key participants included representatives from EkStep Foundation and academic experts focusing on the transition from transaction volume to measurable public outcomes.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyIIIT-B: International Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore
- FactDPI components: Includes identity (Aadhaar), payments (UPI), and data exchange (Account Aggregator)
- S&TDPI: A set of shared digital layers that allow for the seamless delivery of public services.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the evolution of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) from transaction-centric models to outcome-oriented systems can enhance public service delivery in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data interoperability: Challenges in creating seamless data exchange protocols across disparate healthcare and education silos
- Privacy-Utility Trade-off: Balancing the need for granular actionable data with stringent personal data protection mandates
- Inclusion Gap: Ensuring DPI benefits reach offline populations and rural areas with low digital literacy
Keywords: Digital Public Infrastructure · Actionable Data · Public Value · Interoperability · Digital Inclusion
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