Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the “incredible expansion” of India’s online transaction footprints in his latest edition of the monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. He also asked his listeners to experiment with a “cashless day out” by using only digital mode for payments.
The prime minister said digital transactions worth ₹20,000 crore are now taking place daily in the country and asserted that this is not only increasing facilities but also encouraging an environment of honesty. “Your experiences can be a source of inspiration for others in the country,” he said, on ‘Mann Ki Baat.’ The Prime Minister also said that small online payments are helping build a big digital economy in India. Further, many new fintech start-ups are coming up, he underlined.
