India wouldn't be fastest-growing economy if people hadn't utilised digital infrastructure: Nirmala Sitharaman

India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized digital infrastructure's role in India's rapid economic growth. Addressing Wharton Business School, she noted that free digital access and local language campaigns enabled technological adaptability, driving growth. India's digital governance, especially through Digital Public Infrastructure, has transformed access to essential services, positioning the nation as a leader in digital transformation.