Archive · 23 Jun 2025
India's Digital Push: Empowering Workers Through Technology
The Indian government is using computers and the internet to make it easier for people to find jobs and get help when they need it.
They have created online platforms like the National Career Service (NCS) where job seekers can find jobs, get advice, and learn new skills.
Another platform, e-Shram, helps workers in the informal sector get access to government benefits.
These online services are making it easier for people to connect with employers and access important social security programs.
Because of these programs, more people in India now have access to social security, and it is now easier to access employment opportunities.
The Indian government is using technology to improve employment services and social security for workers.
The National Career Service (NCS) portal connects job seekers with opportunities and offers career services.
The e-Shram portal provides a unique identification and access to social security schemes for unorganized workers.
Digital initiatives have significantly increased social security coverage in India.
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has implemented digital reforms to improve accessibility and ease of use.
- Who
- The Government of India, job seekers, unorganized workers, employers, and EPFO members.
- What
- The Indian government is using digital platforms and initiatives to improve employment services and social security for workers.
- When
- Initiatives such as NCS were launched in 2015 and e-Shram in 2021. Ongoing digital reforms are continuously being implemented.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To streamline governance, empower citizens, enhance the reach of welfare efforts, and expand social security coverage.
- NCS Launch Year
- 2015
- e-Shram Launch Year
- 2021
- NCS Job Seekers Served
- Over 5.5 crore
- e-Shram Registered Workers
- Over 30.7 crore
- Social Security Coverage (2015)
- 19%
- Social Security Coverage (2025)
- 64.3%
- EPFO Members
- Over 34.6 crore