India Crosses 107 Crore Internet Connections, 75 Crore Daily UPI Payments
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Why in news
India's digital infrastructure reached a milestone of 107 crore internet connections and 75 crore daily UPI transactions, highlighting the scale of the nation's digital public infrastructure (DPI).
Background
India recorded over 107 crore internet connections and nearly 100 crore broadband subscribers. The UPI system processes approximately 75 crore transactions daily and is currently adopted in nine countries.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia's internet connections exceeded 107 crore as of the current reporting period.
- FactUPI processes nearly 75 crore transactions daily and is active in 9 countries.
- FactDigiLocker platform has a user base exceeding 70 crore.
- FactDirect Benefit Transfer (DBT) has transferred over Rs 51.5 lakh crore directly to beneficiaries.
- S&TIndia is developing indigenous AI models to ensure strategic autonomy in critical technologies.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) acts as a catalyst for financial inclusion and efficient welfare delivery in a developing economy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Leakage reduction: DBT framework minimizes intermediary interference and ensures direct-to-beneficiary fund flow.
- Global DPI leadership: Expansion of UPI to 9 countries establishes India as a provider of affordable, scalable fintech solutions.
- Strategic autonomy: Development of indigenous AI models to mitigate dependency on foreign technology stacks and data sovereignty risks.
Keywords: Digital Public Infrastructure · Financial Inclusion · Strategic Autonomy · Direct Benefit Transfer · Digital Literacy
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