{"id":52571,"date":"2026-06-15T14:10:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T08:40:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=52571"},"modified":"2026-06-15T14:11:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T08:41:01","slug":"india-digital-wallet-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"India digital wallet growth 2025: UPI Drives Global Digital Payment Revolution and Cashless Economy Leadership"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#India_digital_wallet_growth_2025_shows_India_leading_global_digital_payment_revolution_driven_by_UPI_fintech_innovation_and_cashless_economy_transformation_boosting_financial_inclusion_and_economic_transparency\" >India digital wallet growth 2025 shows India leading global digital payment revolution driven by UPI, fintech innovation, and cashless economy transformation, boosting financial inclusion and economic transparency.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#India_Emerges_as_Global_Leader_in_Digital_Wallet_Downloads\" >India Emerges as Global Leader in Digital Wallet Downloads<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#UPI_as_the_Backbone_of_Digital_Payment_Growth\" >UPI as the Backbone of Digital Payment Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Rise_of_Fintech_Platforms_and_Mobile_Wallet_Ecosystem\" >Rise of Fintech Platforms and Mobile Wallet Ecosystem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Shift_from_Cash_Economy_to_Digital_Transactions\" >Shift from Cash Economy to Digital Transactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Global_Recognition_of_Indias_Digital_Leadership\" >Global Recognition of India\u2019s Digital Leadership<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#B_Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >B) Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Importance_for_Government_Exams_and_Economy_Section\" >Importance for Government Exams and Economy Section<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Digital_India_and_Financial_Inclusion\" >Digital India and Financial Inclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Boost_to_Cashless_Economy\" >Boost to Cashless Economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Global_Economic_Influence\" >Global Economic Influence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Employment_and_Innovation_Growth\" >Employment and Innovation Growth<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#C_Historical_Context\" >C) Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Digital_Wallet_Leadership_2025%E2%80%9D\" >D) Key Takeaways from \u201cIndia Digital Wallet Leadership 2025\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#1_What_is_the_significance_of_India_leading_global_digital_wallet_downloads_in_2025\" >1. What is the significance of India leading global digital wallet downloads in 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#2_What_is_the_role_of_UPI_in_Indias_digital_payment_ecosystem\" >2. What is the role of UPI in India\u2019s digital payment ecosystem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#3_Which_platforms_are_major_contributors_to_digital_wallet_usage_in_India\" >3. Which platforms are major contributors to digital wallet usage in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#4_How_does_digital_payment_growth_support_financial_inclusion\" >4. How does digital payment growth support financial inclusion?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#5_What_government_initiatives_support_Indias_digital_payment_revolution\" >5. What government initiatives support India\u2019s digital payment revolution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#6_How_does_Indias_digital_payment_system_impact_the_economy\" >6. How does India\u2019s digital payment system impact the economy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#7_Why_is_this_topic_important_for_competitive_exams\" >7. Why is this topic important for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-digital-wallet-growth\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_digital_wallet_growth_2025_shows_India_leading_global_digital_payment_revolution_driven_by_UPI_fintech_innovation_and_cashless_economy_transformation_boosting_financial_inclusion_and_economic_transparency\"><\/span>India digital wallet growth 2025 shows India leading global digital payment revolution driven by UPI, fintech innovation, and cashless economy transformation, boosting financial inclusion and economic transparency.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Emerges_as_Global_Leader_in_Digital_Wallet_Downloads\"><\/span><strong>India Emerges as Global Leader in Digital Wallet Downloads<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has once again strengthened its position as a global digital economy leader by topping the list of digital wallet app downloads in 2025. According to recent industry data, India recorded over <strong>440 million digital wallet downloads<\/strong>, surpassing all other countries. This surge highlights the rapid expansion of digital payment systems across urban and rural India, driven primarily by smartphone penetration and fintech innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPI_as_the_Backbone_of_Digital_Payment_Growth\"><\/span><strong>UPI as the Backbone of Digital Payment Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The major force behind this transformation is the <strong>Unified Payments Interface (UPI)<\/strong>, developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). UPI has revolutionized real-time money transfers by enabling instant, secure, and interoperable transactions between banks and apps. Its simplicity has made it the most widely used payment system in India, powering everyday transactions from small retail purchases to large financial transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rise_of_Fintech_Platforms_and_Mobile_Wallet_Ecosystem\"><\/span><strong>Rise of Fintech Platforms and Mobile Wallet Ecosystem<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms such as PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, and others have played a crucial role in expanding digital wallet adoption. These apps act as user-friendly interfaces built over the UPI infrastructure, making digital payments accessible even in semi-urban and rural regions. India\u2019s fintech ecosystem has now become one of the most dynamic in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shift_from_Cash_Economy_to_Digital_Transactions\"><\/span><strong>Shift from Cash Economy to Digital Transactions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s financial ecosystem is undergoing a structural shift from cash-based transactions to digital payments. Increasing trust in digital infrastructure, government support for cashless initiatives, and widespread QR code adoption have accelerated this transition. Today, digital payments are deeply integrated into daily life, from groceries to transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Recognition_of_Indias_Digital_Leadership\"><\/span><strong>Global Recognition of India\u2019s Digital Leadership<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s leadership in digital wallets reflects its broader dominance in real-time payment systems globally. With UPI handling billions of transactions monthly, India is setting benchmarks for financial inclusion, digital innovation, and economic efficiency worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"India-digital-wallet-growth\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"India digital wallet growth\" style=\"width:575px;height:auto\" title=\"India digital wallet growth\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India digital wallet growth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span><strong>B) Why This News Is Important <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Government_Exams_and_Economy_Section\"><\/span><strong>Importance for Government Exams and Economy Section<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This development is highly significant for competitive exams as it highlights India\u2019s leadership in <strong>digital economy transformation<\/strong>, a key topic in GS Paper 3 (Economy) for UPSC, as well as banking and SSC exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_India_and_Financial_Inclusion\"><\/span><strong>Digital India and Financial Inclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The growth of digital wallets reflects the success of government initiatives like <strong>Digital India, Jan Dhan Yojana, and Aadhaar-linked financial services<\/strong>, which aim to bring financial services to every citizen. UPI has played a crucial role in achieving financial inclusion, especially in rural and semi-urban areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_to_Cashless_Economy\"><\/span><strong>Boost to Cashless Economy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The expansion of digital payments reduces dependency on cash, improves transparency, and helps in curbing black money and informal transactions. It also supports real-time tax compliance and improves efficiency in economic monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Economic_Influence\"><\/span><strong>Global Economic Influence<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s leadership in digital payments enhances its global economic reputation. Many countries are now studying UPI\u2019s model for adoption in their own financial systems. This positions India as a technology exporter in the fintech sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Employment_and_Innovation_Growth\"><\/span><strong>Employment and Innovation Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fintech boom has also created new job opportunities in software development, cybersecurity, banking technology, and digital finance services, making it an important driver of economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Historical_Context\"><\/span><strong>C) Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s digital payment revolution began with the launch of <strong>Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in 2016 by NPCI<\/strong>. Initially introduced to simplify bank-to-bank transfers, UPI gradually evolved into the backbone of India\u2019s digital financial system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before UPI, digital payments were largely dependent on debit\/credit cards and net banking, which were limited in accessibility. The introduction of UPI changed this scenario by allowing users to transfer money instantly using mobile numbers or QR codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The government\u2019s <strong>Digital India initiative (2015)<\/strong> further accelerated digital infrastructure development. Demonetisation in 2016 also acted as a catalyst for digital payment adoption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the years, fintech companies such as PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm expanded rapidly, integrating UPI into user-friendly mobile applications. Today, India is recognized globally as the leader in real-time payment systems, with UPI becoming a model for countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Digital_Wallet_Leadership_2025%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>D) Key Takeaways from \u201cIndia Digital Wallet Leadership 2025\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India recorded over 440 million digital wallet downloads in 2025, ranking first globally.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>UPI is the main driver of India\u2019s digital payment ecosystem.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>PhonePe, Paytm, and Google Pay are leading fintech platforms in India.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>India is rapidly shifting from a cash-based economy to a digital payment economy.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>India\u2019s digital payment model is being studied globally for financial inclusion and efficiency.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India digital wallet growth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_significance_of_India_leading_global_digital_wallet_downloads_in_2025\"><\/span><strong>1. What is the significance of India leading global digital wallet downloads in 2025?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India topping global digital wallet downloads highlights its rapid digital transformation and strong adoption of cashless payment systems, especially through UPI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_role_of_UPI_in_Indias_digital_payment_ecosystem\"><\/span><strong>2. What is the role of UPI in India\u2019s digital payment ecosystem?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UPI (Unified Payments Interface) enables instant, secure, and interoperable money transfers between bank accounts using mobile apps, making it the backbone of India\u2019s digital payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_platforms_are_major_contributors_to_digital_wallet_usage_in_India\"><\/span><strong>3. Which platforms are major contributors to digital wallet usage in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Popular platforms include PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, and other UPI-enabled fintech applications that simplify digital transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_does_digital_payment_growth_support_financial_inclusion\"><\/span><strong>4. How does digital payment growth support financial inclusion?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It helps bring banking services to rural and semi-urban populations, reduces dependency on cash, and enables easy access to formal financial systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_government_initiatives_support_Indias_digital_payment_revolution\"><\/span><strong>5. What government initiatives support India\u2019s digital payment revolution?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key initiatives include Digital India, Jan Dhan Yojana, Aadhaar-based services, and promotion of cashless transactions through UPI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_does_Indias_digital_payment_system_impact_the_economy\"><\/span><strong>6. 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