E-GOVERNANCE SERVICES IN MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA
Issued by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology on 12th August 2026. Classified under Press Release.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary This report summarizes a status update provided by the Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology regarding the digital transformation of Maharashtra under the Digital India programme. It highlights milestones in telecommunications infrastructure, digital financial inclusion, and capacity building achieved as of 2026. Key regulatory developments include the notification of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act Rules on November 13, 2025.
Key Points / Main Content
Connectivity and Infrastructure
- Affordability: Data tariffs have been reduced to an estimated Rs. 8–10 per GB, driving increased digital engagement.
- Subscriber Base: Maharashtra accounts for over 12.7 crore internet subscribers as of March 2026.
- Mobile & Rural Reach: 2,821 mobile towers have been commissioned via the Digital Bharat Nidhi, and BharatNet has operationalized Points of Presence across 739 Gram Panchayats.
Digital Platforms and Inclusion
- Identity and Authentication: Over 13 crore Aadhaar identities have been generated, supporting 18.33 crore e-Sign instances and 4.46 crore DigiLocker registrations.
- Service Delivery: The UMANG app offers 61 specific services for state residents, supported by a network of 47,648 Common Services Centres (876 in the Mumbai region).
- State Initiatives: Digital governance is reinforced through platforms such as MahaNet, the Aaple Sarkar portal, MahaDBT 2.0, and MAITRI.
Capacity Building and Literacy
- Training Milestones: 53 lakh candidates were trained under PMGDISHA by March 2024, and NIELIT has trained over 1.2 lakh candidates in the state over the last three financial years.
- Emerging Tech: The state is utilizing Maha AI to enhance transparency and efficiency in administrative processes.
Cybersecurity and Regulation
- Data Privacy: The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, is supported by governing Rules notified in November 2025.
- Security Infrastructure: The government utilizes CERT-In and the Cyber Swachhta Kendra to maintain a resilient digital environment.
- Public Awareness: MeitY manages active campaigns and advisories regarding cyber hygiene and deepfakes through official portals like staysafeonline.in.
Impact Analysis
Residents of Maharashtra Impact Residents benefit from improved digital literacy, lower data costs, and streamlined access to 61 government services via mobile platforms and nearly 48,000 physical service centers. Action Required Citizens are encouraged to utilize digital tools like DigiLocker and UMANG for service delivery and follow official advisories on cyber hygiene and deepfakes.
State Government of Maharashtra Impact The administration is transitioning toward paperless and more transparent processes through the integration of state-wide networks (SWAN) and AI platforms. Action Required Maintain and expand digital frameworks such as MahaNet and ensure administrative compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
Students and Trainees Impact There is significant support for digital skill acquisition through government-funded programs, enhancing employability in the digital economy. Action Required Eligible candidates can seek training through PMGDISHA and NIELIT programs to participate in the local digital ecosystem.