New Delhi, September 29, 2026
Dr Bhargav Mallappa met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and presented him with a copy of his latest book, ‘The Modi Era: India’s Journey of Transformation’, which examines India’s digital transformation since Narendra Modi became Prime Minister.
During the meeting, Dr Mallappa discussed how digital initiatives have influenced governance, financial services and everyday life over the past decade. The discussion touched upon Aadhaar, Jan Dhan, mobile connectivity, UPI and Direct Benefit Transfers, and their role in public-service delivery.
Dr Mallappa also highlighted challenges linked to the digital transition, including cybersecurity, privacy, digital literacy and wider access to technology.
Rajnath Singh appreciated Dr Mallappa’s work and acknowledged the book’s focus on documenting changes in governance and public life during this period.
‘The Modi Era: India’s Journey of Transformation’ examines how technology has changed the way citizens, businesses and government interact, while also looking at the opportunities and challenges ahead as India works towards its longer-term development goals.
Dr Mallappa said the objective of the book is to document India’s transformation through the experiences of ordinary citizens and examine how technology has become an increasingly important part of the country’s development.
