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B.K. Gairola

Architect of India's e-Governance Landscape

Biography

B.K. Gairola, a key figure in India's e-governance revolution, has shaped crucial IT initiatives as the Mission Director of the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP) and former head of the National Informatics Centre.

His work has been instrumental in advancing the integration of technology at grassroots levels to foster a 'Knowledge Society.' Under his leadership, India's digital governance infrastructure was transformed, laying the foundation for the digital services that millions of Indians rely on today.

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"I saw governance drowning in paper while villages waited years for a simple certificate. e-Governance wasn't about technology — it was about returning time to the people."

— B.K. Gairola

Conversations

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Sam Pitroda in conversation with B.K. Gairola

A fireside chat exploring the moments, challenges and choices that shaped modern India.

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