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DHRUVA (Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address)

Posted 31 May 2025

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The Department of Posts (DoP) has released a comprehensive policy document outlining the framework for DHRUVA, a national-level Digital Address Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI)

About DHRUVA                                             

  • DHRUVA is a DPI being developed by DoP to provide a unique digital address for every home in India.
    • It creates a secure digital environment through which users can share accurate address information by leveraging a geo-coded framework. 
  • Aim: To recognize address information management as a foundational public infrastructure vital for effective governance, inclusive service delivery, and enhanced user experience. 
  • Consists of 2 key Layers: 
    • Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN): It is a 10- digit alpha-numeric code representing geographic coordinates (latitude-longitude), developed by creating uniform approximately 4x4 meter grids on India’s territory.
      • DIGIPIN uniquely identifies locations using geospatial data.
    • Digital Address Layer: It is a user-centric, consent-based system built on DIGIPIN, allowing users to create customized labels to represent their DIGIPIN and descriptive addresses.
  • Key Features: Privacy & Security; Interoperability and Openness; Scalability; Transparency & Accountability; Innovation Friendly etc.

Benefits

Citizens

Private Sector

Governance

  • Easier identification for government schemes, ration delivery, and emergency services.
  • Improved e-commerce, postal, & courier service accuracy.
  • Logistics & Delivery Optimization.
  • Eases address verification for banks, NBFCs, telecoms, & fintech companies.
  • Businesses can serve remote areas with better accuracy.
  • Extend the reach of governance to under-served areas.
  • Targeted delivery of welfare schemes.
  • Better Planning & Urban Management.

 

  • Tags :
  • DHRUVA
  • Digital Address Digital Public Infrastructure
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