From Digital Deserts to Data-Driven Democracy: PM Modi Hails 11 Years of Tech-Powered Governance

New Delhi (June 12): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has attributed technology as the main pillar of change in India in the last 11 years. In a series of statements posted on social media platform X, he highlighted how the use of technology has brought innumerable advantages to people and facilitated smooth governance, transparency, and empowerment, particularly for the needy.

How Digital India Rebooted Governance for Every Citizen?
11 years ago, a silent digital revolution began—reshaping how India connects, governs, and grows.

Under PM @narendramodi’s visionary leadership, the Digital India initiative has turned technology into a tool for… pic.twitter.com/RkKZrxeXdJ

— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) June 12, 2025

India’s Tech Leap: Transforming Governance and Lives

Prime Minister Modi stated,

“Powered by the youth of India, we are making remarkable progress in innovation and application of technology. It is also strengthening our efforts to become self-reliant and a global tech powerhouse.”

Technology has transformed into more than mere tools and platforms—it has become a driver of good governance and inclusive growth, as described by the Prime Minister.

He pointed out how efforts such as Digital India, initiated in 2015, have become a silent revolution that redefined the manner in which India connects, governs, and expands. India now is a data-driven democracy, he noted.

Rs 44 Lakh Crores Credited Through DBT: Transparency at Scale

One of the government threads shared by PM Modi revealed that over ₹44 lakh crores have been directly credited to beneficiaries of more than 322 welfare schemes through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

• DBT covers 56 ministries, ensuring that subsidies and benefits reach the right hands.
• An estimated ₹3.48 lakh crores have been saved by eliminating middlemen and leakages.

This is a direct result of digitization and Aadhaar-linked platforms that reduce corruption and enhance accountability.

Direct Transfers, Direct Impact

Through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), India ensured transparency at scale.

✅ Over 322 schemes | 56 ministries
✅ More than ₹44 lakh crore transferred directly
✅ ₹3.48 lakh crore saved by cutting out leakages#11YearsOfDigitalIndia pic.twitter.com/75FsZIgby2

— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) June 12, 2025

A Decade of Digital Achievements: Key Milestones

India’s digital transformation journey under PM Modi’s leadership is packed with milestones that showcase real-world impact:

The transformation isn’t just digital—it’s deeply human, bridging urban-rural divides and creating access where none existed before.

Empowerment Through Inclusion

The digital revolution is credited with empowering the poorest of the poor. By ensuring every rupee reaches the intended recipient, the government has redefined welfare delivery:

• DBT saw a 90x increase in scale in the last 10 years
• Real-time fund transfers and tracking now enable faster support in crises
• Digital services reach even the remotest villages

Modi stressed that this is not just about growth—it’s about “people, progress, and possibility.“

Global Recognition: India as a Trusted Tech Leader

From fintech and manufacturing to space and rural internet penetration, India’s tech capabilities are now the world’s best known. The nation is one of the world’s least expensive providers of mobile data, enabling digital inclusion at an unprecedented level.

Modi underlined that this progress wasn’t just accidental—it was a result of intentional policymaking, youth innovation, and visionary leadership.

“This is not just about devices and platforms. It’s about building a tech-first Viksit Bharat,” said Modi.

Conclusion: Tech for Good, Growth, and Governance

As India marks 11 years of Modi rule, the revolution through technology is among the strongest achievements. From digital payments to open welfare and international space missions to broadband penetration, India has rewritten its digital future.

Where the revolution started quietly, it has now grown into a roaring progress engine—one that puts the citizen at the heart of governance.

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