In a momentous digital milestone for India, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi celebrated the remarkable achievement of crossing 10 billion UPI (Unified Payments Interface) transactions in the month of August 2023. The Prime Minister expressed his joy and appreciation in response to a post by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Twitter.
In his tweet, Prime Minister Modi said, “This is exceptional news! It reflects the people of India wholeheartedly embracing digital advancement and stands as a tribute to their proficiency. May this upward trend persist in the future.”
“The crossing of 10 billion UPI transactions in a single month signifies a significant shift in India’s digital landscape. It reflects the nation’s readiness to adopt innovative and convenient digital payment methods, transforming the way financial transactions are conducted across the country”.
“The UPI platform has emerged as a game-changer in the realm of digital payments, offering a secure, fast, and user-friendly means for individuals to make transactions, pay bills, and conduct various financial activities. This achievement underscores the growing confidence of Indian citizens in digital technologies and their increasing reliance on digital financial solutions”.
The Prime Minister’s words of encouragement and praise recognize the collective efforts of the Indian population in embracing the digital revolution. The milestone also aligns with the Indian government’s vision of a digitally empowered society and economy.
