India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), which has transformed the delivery of government and private services, is attracting global interest. At the Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS) 2024, Rajiv Bansal, CEO of the National Institute for Smart Government (NISG), shared that several countries are eager to adopt India’s digital platforms to improve citizen services.
Programs like Aadhar and the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) have positioned India as a leader in digital governance. These technologies have become key in service delivery both within India and internationally. Bansal highlighted the growing demand for DPI and the opportunity to take it globally.
NISG, set up by the Indian government in 2003, helps countries implement smart governance and digital reforms. The organization is involved in pilot projects with nations like Sri Lanka, Gambia, Myanmar, Belize, and Fiji, many of which are keen to adopt India’s digital platforms to streamline services.
India’s DPI has gained traction in developing economies, particularly for creating national identity systems similar to Aadhar. While developed nations are also interested, their focus is on financial management and social welfare systems.
The open-source nature and interoperability of India’s DPI make it scalable and adaptable for diverse countries. The iSPIRT Foundation’s founder also noted that DPI is still in its early stages, with much potential for growth in sectors like healthcare.
India’s success in deploying DPI showcases how digital infrastructure can drive social and economic development. With rising global interest, India is poised to lead in digital governance and help other countries enhance public service delivery through technology.
