New Delhi [India], July 1 (HBTV): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday marked 11 years of the Digital India initiative, highlighting how the programme has transformed everyday life for citizens since its launch on July 1, 2015.
Sharing his thoughts on X, the Prime Minister said, 'When over a billion people embrace technology, the impact is transformative!'
He also shared a video highlighting the widespread adoption of digital tools, from mobile banking to online governance services, across the country over the past decade.
In another post, Modi said the success of Digital India had given the country a new global identity by showcasing its commitment to innovation and technology.
'Digital India is the strong foundation of a developed and self-reliant India. Over the past 11 years, it has played a crucial role in empowering the poor and deprived while making the lives of citizens easier. From the expansion of optical fibre networks to digital transactions, the unprecedented success of this campaign has drawn the attention of the entire world towards India,' he said.
According to a release from the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Digital India has become the foundation of India's digital economy and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). India now leads the world in real-time digital payments, with the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) handling nearly 49 per cent of global transaction volume.
The digital economy currently contributes an estimated 12 to 14 per cent of India's GDP and is expected to account for nearly one-fifth of the economy over the next decade. The initiative has also accelerated innovation, startup growth and technology adoption while strengthening India's capabilities in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cybersecurity.
The Digital India programme was launched with nine key pillars, including Broadband Highways, Universal Access to Mobile Connectivity, Public Internet Access Programme, e-Governance, Electronic Delivery of Services, Information for All, Electronics Manufacturing, IT for Jobs, and Early Harvest Programmes.
These pillars have helped transform Digital India from an initiative aimed at bridging the digital divide into one of the world's largest Digital Public Infrastructure ecosystems, supporting governance across multiple sectors.
The initiative has also significantly improved public healthcare by making services faster, more connected and accessible. The Online Registration System (ORS) enables patients to book appointments digitally, reducing queues and paperwork. As of June 24, 2026, the platform had recorded more than 1.37 crore online appointments.
Supporting this ecosystem, the cloud-based eHospital platform is digitising hospital operations, while eBloodBank is improving blood availability and management across healthcare institutions, according to the PIB release.
India is also expanding its global footprint in Digital Public Infrastructure. As of February 2026, the country had signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 24 countries for cooperation on India Stack and DPI systems, covering digital identity, payments, data exchange and service delivery.
UPI is now operational in more than eight countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Singapore, France, Mauritius and Sri Lanka, strengthening India's global fintech presence.
Platforms such as Aadhaar, DigiLocker, CoWIN, GeM, DIKSHA, UMANG and eSanjeevani are increasingly influencing digital governance models worldwide. During its G20 Presidency in 2023, India also launched India Stack Global and the Global DPI Repository to expand international access to its digital solutions.
As Digital India enters its next decade, the initiative continues to position technology as a key driver of inclusive growth, digital empowerment and global cooperation. (ANI)