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Ashwini Vaishnaw launches NITI Aayog's digital public infrastructure platform

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IndianStartupNews · 1y ago

Ashwini Vaishnaw launches NITI Aayog's digital public infrastructure platform

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has launched the 'NITI For States' platform, which aims to enhance digital governance and informed decision-making. The initiative by NITI Aayog aims to establish a robust Digital Public Infrastructure for policy-making and administration. The platform includes an interactive space called the 'Viksit Bharat Strategy Room' to facilitate data-driven decision-making. It also provides a comprehensive repository of knowledge, best practices, and policy documents. The platform is accessible through various devices and supports collaboration from different government organizations.

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