Former Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh (Photo/File) Dr. Manmohan Singh , renowned for his instrumental role in economic liberalisation, also left an indelible mark on India’s technological and e-governance landscape during his tenure as Prime Minister (2004–2014). His government’s initiatives laid the foundation for transformative programmes such as the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP) and Aadhaar, which have since become cornerstones of India’s digital infrastructure. National e-Governance Plan (NeGP): Launched in 2006, the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP) was a flagship initiative under Dr. Singh’s leadership, aiming to make government services accessible to citizens through digital means. The initiative leveraged significant efforts undertaken by the previous Vajpayee government and consolidated them into structured frameworks, extending e-governance beyond the central government to various state governments. Key elements included: Mission Mode Projects (MMPs): NeGP identified 27 MMPs focusing on critical areas such as agriculture, education, healthcare, and financial services. These projects digitised processes, reduced bureaucratic inefficiencies, and enhanced service delivery. Common Service Centres (CSCs): Initially conceptualised and launched under the leadership of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, over 100,000 CSCs were further expanded during Dr. Singh’s tenure, enabling citizens to access services such as land records, certificates, and payment of utility bills. Public-Private […]