Manjunath Mahashetti’s Post

One of the best documentaries showcasing how Digital public infrastructure is being built at a population scale in India. One has to face plenty of challenges and conflicts when trying to do something of true value for the good of society. It's great to see all of your team, Pramod Varma!

#12DigitMasterstroke: An Elevating Journey of Innovation and Inclusion The Aadhaar journey has been incredibly inspiring. Here are some key highlights that deeply resonated with me: Aadhaar's Vision Identity for All: Providing a unique identity to 1.38 billion Indians. Transparent Delivery: Enabling targeted delivery of financial and other government subsidies, benefits, and services. Key Moments and Insights Alignment of Great Minds: Witnessing some of the brightest minds come together to tackle the national challenge of identity and inclusivity was like watching the stars align. Hats off to #NandanNilekani for his exceptional leadership in identifying talent, building a unifying bond, and trusting the team to deliver. Team Spirit: The core team's drive, excitement, and motivation were infectious, spreading like wildfire and propelling the entire team towards success. As a senior program/project management professional, I understand the difficulty of building a team that is motivated and works with a "give it all" attitude to ensure project success. Trust and Execution: Once the ultimate impact and benefits were clearly understood and believed in by everyone involved, achieving the impossible became a reality. Technological Revolution: While the primary goal was national identification, the resulting technological advancements and innovations in banking, #DBT, #PDS, DigiLocker, and open-source platforms like #CDPI, #UPI, #FIDE, #BECKN, and #ONDC have been phenomenal. This domino effect has been nothing short of amazing. Bipartisan Success: It's fascinating how the project thrived across two opposing governments. The BJP recognized the potential for societal and economic inclusivity, transforming their initial opposition into powerful support for this national initiative, impacting billions. Massive Scale: Achieving 600 to 800 million UIDs in four years, with 1 to 4 million enrollments daily, showcases the project's sheer scale, volume, computational efficiency, availability, and security. All this with open-source technology and no major partner dependency. Biometric Matching: The world's largest biometric identity platform, handling 200 trillion biometric matches per day and 2 PB of data, is still astonishing. It was funny and interesting to see how our "Safari suit" culture still influences India today 😊. I recall my father donning it for government meetings, and he also had a "lucky one" for important meetings. 😂 This journey is a testament to what can be achieved with vision, innovation, and unwavering commitment. #Innovation #Technology #Leadership #Aadhaar #Inclusion #DigitalTransformation Pramod Varma

“Who are you?” A very basic question - in building a digital identity infrastructure for a billion people, the largest ever in human history, it helped a nation build its own identity. “It will never work” - there were enough detractors and well meaning folks who found a thousand ways the UIDAI or Aadhar initiative could fail. It took a cross-disciplinary, dedicated team on a mission to make it happen. Identity resolution and deduplication across a billion users is not a trivial problem to solve. Inspite of all these challenges, they prevailed in bringing Aadhar and DPI to life and a model that countries across the world want to learn from, adopt and adapt. Just watched a phenomenal documentary telling this amazing story of population scale digital transformation for a complex nation like India. This set the foundation for a host of public benefits - UPI for payments, Direct Benefit Transfer to citizens’ accounts, Digilocker for critical documents, ONDC for commerce etc. This is the story behind India’s push for financial inclusion for historically under-served and under-represented communities to enable them to be a part of economic growth and improve their lives. Highly recommended for a fascinating watch on Amazon Prime and Docubay. It is more special since I have had the privilege to be taught databases by Pramod Varma and be around Nandan when I started out at Infosys 30 years ago and have followed the arc of Aadhar with pride over the years. #aadhar #dpi

"Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." 🚀 Reflecting on this timeless quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson, I'm reminded of the remarkable success story of Aadhaar. From its inception, Aadhaar was fueled by the enthusiasm of many dedicated individuals who believed in its potential to transform lives. Engineers, policymakers, administrators, and countless others came together with unwavering passion and commitment to make Aadhaar a reality. Today, Aadhaar stands as a testament to what can be achieved when passion meets purpose. It has revolutionized identity verification, streamlined government services, and empowered millions with access to essential resources and opportunities. As we celebrate Aadhaar's success, let's remember the power of enthusiasm in driving meaningful change. It's a reminder that when we approach our endeavors with passion and zeal, there's no limit to what we can achieve together. Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) #Aadhaar #SuccessStory #Enthusiasm #TransformingLives #UIDAI

Yesterday i was watching Aspirants Season 2 and wondered how TVF has disrupted the Indian Entertainment space focusing on CONTENT. Founded as a startup, TVF has rewritten the rules of the media industry, pushing boundaries and creating content that captivates hearts across generations. 📺 From 'Permanent Roommates' to 'Pitchers' and 'Aspirants,' their storytelling prowess is redefining the narrative of Indian content. 📚 But it's not just their creative brilliance that sets them apart. TVF's innovative approach to content distribution, their understanding of digital platforms, and their commitment to fostering new talent has carved a unique niche for them. They have also created so feel good and relatable content and also made sure to deliver further seasons as well as build around a story like post Aspirants, they created S.K sir ki class and Sandeep bhaiya as well. ❤️ When i think about a startup in entertainment space, TVF definitely tops my list. Kudos to Arunabh Kumar and the entire TVF team for their remarkable journey in shaping the future of Indian entertainment! If you haven't already, it's high time to dive into their content universe and experience the magic for yourself. Comment down your favourite web series of TVF ✨ . . . #tvf #indianwebseries #startup

Over $1.5 billion up in smoke to deliver five minute videos no one asked for. In 2018, Jeffrey Katzenberg had a vision for short-form mobile videos. He raised nearly $2 billion ahead of Quibi's launch, with backers like Disney, NBCUniversal, and Alibaba. But when it debuted in 2020, the world had changed. Competing with free platforms like YouTube and TikTok, no one wanted yet another streaming app. Despite flashy production and A-list talent, Quibi's viewership was dismal. And its "on the go" focus meant nothing during a pandemic when people were stuck at home. After just 6 months, Quibi collapsed. So what can we learn? Bold risks can pay off big, but underlying assumptions must be battle-tested. Quibi relied on shaky premises like changing viewing habits and ignoring competitors. Success takes more than financing and pedigree. Quibi discovered all of this too late.

#PredictionsFor2024 | "In 2024, #India is poised for an extraordinary year in #media and #entertainment, with an increase in digital media consumption and a surge in smart TV penetration. The golden era of entertainment is expected to continue, with streaming solidifying as the ubiquitous medium of storytelling."

The moment we've all been waiting for is here! Proudly presenting the first two episodes of Indian Angels, a journey of innovation and ambition produced by Digikore Studios. Embrace the entrepreneurial spirit with us! Watch Indian Angels only on Jio Cinema Digital Partner Digikore Digital #businessopportunitiesshow2023 #indianangels #IndianAngelsOnJioCinema #IndianAngels #businessopportunity #jiocinema #ottshows #angelinvestors #investmentopportunity #DigikoreStudios #DigikoreVFXStudios #VFXStudios

#FICCIFRAMES: Sanjay Jaju highlights M&E’s resilience in India’s economic landscape Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Secretary Sanjay Jaju’s reflections on the M&E industry provided a unique insight into the evolution of an industry that has transitioned from a mere passion project to a major player in India’s economic landscape. Jaju delivered a keynote address at the 24th edition of FICCI Frames 2024, a marquee event that has become a cornerstone in discussions surrounding the media and entertainment sector. read more: https://lnkd.in/gCCjpqbm #MediaInsights #EntertainmentEvolution #MIBInsights #FICCIFrames2024 #IndustryReflections #MediaTransformation #DigitalImpact #PersonalBranding #DigitalMedia #SoftPower #GovernmentInitiatives #AVGCpolicy #GlobalContent #EconomicGrowth #EmploymentGeneration #IndustryOptimism #SocioEconomicImpact

The government launched the ‘Udyam Registration Portal’ on July 1, 2020, to facilitate the formalisation of India’s informal economy. The registration process is paperless, free and does not require the submission of any document. Only an Aadhar number is mandatory for registration. The MSME sector contributes to over 30 percent to the Indian GDP. It is important for them to not just stay afloat but also thrive. SOLV being an inclusive B2B marketplace for MSMEs, is enabling the vision of the New India. Watch SOLV’s story. Streaming Now. Only on Disney+Hotstar! Link- https://lnkd.in/dyGJd6MT The Great Indian Disruptors BIC Cello Pvt Ltd. Circus Elephants. Disney+ Hotstar Digital Refresh Networks Barin Mukherjee Avinash Mathias Ritesh Shastri #TGID #IndustryUpdate #DisneyPlusHotstar #HotstarIndia #TheGreatIndianDisruptors #indianentrepreneur #CelloWriting