India’s Techade : Digital Revolution And Change In The World’s Largest Democracy

India’s Techade: Digital Revolution and Change in the World’s Largest Democracy by Nalin Mehta examines how technology transformed India’s economy, governance and society through the rise of digital public infrastructure. The book explores the development of affordable mobile connectivity, low-cost data and digital identity systems that enabled large-scale changes across the world’s largest democracy.

Through a clear account of systems, innovators, institutions and policy decisions, Nalin Mehta explains the growth of digital platforms such as Unified Payments Interface (UPI), digital welfare systems and e-governance networks. The book shows how technology reshaped access to financial services and public services for millions of Indians.

About This Book

India’s Techade: Digital Revolution and Change in the World’s Largest Democracy traces the journey of India’s digital transformation over two decades and across different political periods. It examines how the combination of mobile technology, digital identity and data connectivity created new possibilities for public services and financial inclusion.

The book looks at the development of digital public goods and the processes behind their implementation. From fintech innovations to direct benefit transfers and interconnected governance systems, it explains how technology became a major force influencing Indian society, politics and culture.

What You'll Discover

• The rise of India’s digital public infrastructure.
• The development and impact of UPI and fintech systems.
• How digital identity transformed access to services.
• The growth of e-governance and direct benefit transfers.
• The role of innovators, systems and political decisions.
• The impact of technology on Indian society and culture.

Perfect For

• Readers interested in technology and India’s development.
• Students of politics, economics and public policy.
• Professionals studying digital transformation.
• Readers interested in India’s digital future.

Why You'll Love This Book

India’s Techade: Digital Revolution and Change in the World’s Largest Democracy provides an accessible account of how technology reshaped everyday life in India. Nalin Mehta combines research and analysis to explain the systems and ideas behind one of the country’s most significant digital transformations.