UPI will remain free for consumers, Nirmala Sitharaman tells Rajya Sabha
- Posted on August 10, 2026
- By The Hindu
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India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has reaffirmed the government's commitment to maintaining zero-cost UPI services for all consumers during parliamentary proceedings. The assurance came as the Rajya Sabha approved significant financial legislation, despite considerable opposition from various parliamentary members. This decision underscores the administration's dedication to ensuring affordable digital payment infrastructure remains accessible to India's growing user base.
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