In the era of digital governance, government apps play a crucial role in providing citizens with easy access to various services and information. From digital document storage to online payment platforms, these apps streamline processes and enhance convenience for users. Here are seven government apps that everyone should consider having on their smartphones.
7 government apps that everyone should have on their phone
- MyGOV App – Serving as a platform for citizens, it tells them about various government initiatives, gives access to government services and information and provides feedback.
- Umang India app – A unified platform via which the citizens can access both central as well as state government services online.
- DigiLocker App – With the aim to improve paperless governance and ease in document verification, it is a digital platform that allows the citizens of India to store as well as access digital copies of their important documents like Aadhaar card, driving license, PAN card, and educational certificates.
- BHIM App – Developed by National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), it is a a digital payment platform that facilitates secure and fast cashless transactions using mobile phones. Various types of transactions which include sending and receiving money, paying bills, and making online purchases, directly from linked bank accounts.
- m-Aadhar app – This app enables the users to carry their Aadhaar card details digitally on their smartphones, providing easy access to their Aadhaar information, biometric data, and eKYC services.
- m-Passport seva app – Used for passport-related services, this app allows the users to apply for a new passport, renew existing one, track the status of their application, locate passport seva kendras and access other passport related information as well as services conveniently on their phones
- GST Rate Finder App – A quick reckoner for finding the applicable Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for various goods and services, this app helps to determine the correct GST rate for products and services that intend to buy or sell.
