PRAGATI | 03 Dec 2024

Source: LM

A recent study by Oxford University praised India's PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) platform for transforming infrastructure development, successfully accelerating 340 delayed projects valued at USD 205 billion. 

• About: 
  • PRAGATI is a multi-purpose and multi-modal Information and Communication Technology (ICT) platform launched in 2015 under the Digital India program.  
  • It aims at bringing e-transparency and e-accountability with real-time presence and exchange among the key stakeholders. 
• Key Features: 
  • It uses a digital dashboard and video-conference reviews chaired by the PM to streamline decision-making, cut red tapeism, and reduce project timelines. 
  • It aimed at addressing common man's grievances, and simultaneously monitoring and reviewing important programmes and projects of the Government of India as well as projects flagged by State Government 
  • The platform emphasizes green technologies and sustainable practices. 
• Notable Projects Accelerated by PRAGATI: 
  • Chenab Bridge (Jammu & Kashmir) 
  • Bogibeel Bridge (Assam) 
  • Jal Jeevan Mission: Increased rural tap water connections from 17% in 2019 to 79% by 2024, enhancing water access nationwide. 

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