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Wiring India's growth through rural digital inclusion

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May 2025

Expanding rural connectivity with scalable digital infrastructure is vital to ensure inclusive growth and unlock India’s full economic potential.

- SUJITH BABU

Wiring India's growth through rural digital inclusion

India’s digital economy is expected to grow nearly twice as fast as its overall economy, contributing almost a fifth of the nation’s income by 2029-30. Rapid advancements in mobile connectivity and digital payments have transformed industries ranging from e-commerce to financial services. Government initiatives like Digital India and the expansion of 5G infrastructure have further accelerated the adoption of digital services, bringing more businesses and consumers into the digital fold.

The booming e-commerce and quick-commerce industries have redefined the country’s retail landscape. Digital growth is primarily facilitated by the ease and ubiquity of the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) system. In 2024, India recorded a massive 208.5 billion digital payment transactions. Apart from retail, urban India also uses digital infrastructure for learning and healthcare needs.

THE URBAN-RURAL CONNECTIVITY GAP

High-speed, reliable broadband connectivity forms the foundation of a digital economy. Expanding India’s digital economy will require quality network coverage and seamless connectivity beyond bigger cities like Mumbai and New Delhi, a crucial step for connecting India across the region.

According to the latest IAMAI-Kantar report, India is set to surpass 900 million Internet users by 2025, with rural users outnumbering their urban counterparts two to one. Greater connectivity can strengthen the rural economy and enable businesses in rural areas to expand their reach. It creates opportunities for local enterprises to grow their businesses and reach new customers both nationally and globally.

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