Union Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 15,000 crore for expanding India Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), building on the success of UPI, Aadhaar, and other platforms.
Key Takeaways
- Rs 15,000 crore for DPI expansion
- New platforms for healthcare, education, agriculture
- UPI international expansion supported
- Open network protocols receiving investment
Allocation Breakdown
- Healthcare DPI: Rs 4,000 crore for ABDM expansion
- Education DPI: Rs 3,500 crore for digital learning infrastructure
- Agriculture DPI: Rs 3,000 crore for AgriStack
- Cross-border payments: Rs 2,500 crore for UPI global expansion
- ONDC: Rs 2,000 crore for Open Network for Digital Commerce
UPI International Push
The budget supports UPI international expansion with dedicated funding for:
- Bilateral agreements with 20+ countries
- Cross-border payment corridors
- Technical integration support
Startup Opportunities
The DPI expansion creates opportunities for startups building on India Stack layers, particularly in healthcare, education, and e-commerce sectors.
Related: Union Budget 2026: Complete Guide to Startup Initiatives