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India

The world's most populous nation, digitising at speed

Overview

India pairs the world's largest population with one of its fastest-growing major economies. Public digital infrastructure — from unified payments to digital identity — has pulled hundreds of millions of people and small businesses into the formal economy.

Manufacturing is expanding as companies diversify their supply chains, while home-grown technology champions have grown into national champions and global listings. Reliance Jio's journey from telecom disruptor to the country's biggest IPO captures the scale of ambition.

On the rise

Digital public infrastructure, electronics manufacturing and deep domestic capital markets are turning India into a self-financing growth story.

Companies from India

Jio Platforms

Mumbai, India

A digital services platform bringing together connectivity, applications and technology businesses.

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