What happened: Government of India highlights Digital India’s expansion across connectivity, DPI, cyber security, data protection and AI
The Ministry of Electronics & IT, Government of India, submitted a Lok Sabha update on 05.08.2026 describing progress under the Digital India programme. The update links digital inclusion goals with four pillars: strengthening digital infrastructure, delivering government services digitally, empowering citizens through digital literacy, and improving cyber security and data protection.
Core Digital India framework (as described by the Government)
Digital India is described as promoting three interconnected goals.
Key goals highlighted in the Government note are:
- Strengthening digital infrastructure
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