Any Transformation will be complete only if it takes into account all its integral constituent entities. It is heartening to see the pace at which developing countries like India is embracing technology in payments, education etc.
We see auto drivers, tea vendors, even the coconut sellers accept digital payment through Paytm. This transformation be it self-inspired or imposed, has several advantages like improved money handling, safety, providing omni-channel experience and serving wider range of customers.
The Ground Reality
Schools are moving towards smart boards, shopping is done online, payment for public utility is done through wallets etc. All these transformation corresponds to the creamy layers and the middle class of the society. But a larger chunk of population still remains as the potential waiting for a inclusive transformation and growth.
According to Mahatma Gandhi, villages are the sole identity of India. The development of India lies in the development of villages. With 70% of India’s population caught in the quagmire of poverty, illiteracy, inequality & backwardness. Pulling the country on the whole is essential for developing countries like India to make an impact at the Global level.
Towards a Inclusive Transformation
Grass root level transformation can be facilitated by Technology. Major Technology Companies like Google trying to make Internet available for everyone through Project Loon etc. https://x.company/loon/
It is now the turn of the Technologist to do their part in giving back to the society that nurtured them to who they are now. Time to think and create platforms, product & services that activates growth at the grass root level.
The strength of a chain lies at the strength of the weakest link. The strength of the community lies in empowering the weakest section of the society to achieve the real Digital Transformation.
