With over 22 billion transactions in FY 2020-21, UPI emerges as the favourite digital payment choice



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UPI has solidified its position as India's preferred digital payment method, processing an impressive 22 billion transactions in the financial year 2020-21. This surge reflects a significant shift towards digital transactions nationwide, driven by government initiatives. Overall digital transaction volumes have seen an 88% increase over the last three years, with UPI alone experiencing a four-fold growth.

88% growth in volume of digital transactions during last 3 years since 2018-19 With over 22 billion transactions in FY 2020-21, UPI emerges as favourite digital payment choice As a result of the initiatives taken by the Government, there has been a paradigm shift in digital transactions in India. This was stated by Union Minister of State for Finance Dr Bhagwat Kisanrao Karad in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha. The Minster stated that the paradigm shift is reflected in
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UPI handled over 22 billion transactions in the financial year 2020-21.

There has been an 88% growth in the volume of digital transactions during the last three financial years since 2018-19.

The government is promoting digital transactions through various programs, including issuing RuPay debit cards to Jan-Dhan account holders and creating awareness about digital payments in rural areas.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) provides authentication services using biometric, One Time Pin (OTP), and demographic methods, which can be used in single or multi-factor modes to prevent fraud.

NPCI, India's payment platform, facilitates UPI transactions and also supports RuPay debit and credit cards for both domestic and international payments through its network partners and tie-ups.




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