DPI Brief — May 20, 2026

Key Developments Across India’s Digital Public Infrastructure

1. Identity Layer: UIDAI Extends Free Document Update Facility Till June 2027

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a significant extension to its free online document update service. Based on an official office memorandum dated May 13, 2026, Aadhaar holders can now update proof of identity (PoI) and proof of address (PoA) documents through the myAadhaar portal free of cost until June 14, 2027¹.

This one-year extension follows the successful uptake of the free update facility, which was previously set to expire. The move provides relief to millions of Aadhaar holders who wish to keep their demographic details current without incurring fees².

Key Details:

• Free facility available exclusively through myAadhaar portal
• Applies to document updates for proof of identity and proof of address
• Extension from June 15, 2026 to June 14, 2027
• No fees required for online document updation

2. Payments Layer: UPI Dominates 85.5% of Payment Volumes

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continues to cement its position as the world’s largest real-time payment platform. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s latest Payments System Report, UPI accounted for 85.5% of all payment volumes in the second half of 2025³.

The system processed 22.35 billion transactions in April 2026 alone, with total value crossing ₹10 lakh crore in May 2026⁴. PhonePe maintained its market leadership with a 46.4% share, recording over 10.5 billion transactions in March 2026⁵.

Key Highlights:

• UPI powers 85.5% of India’s payment volume
• ₹10.72 lakh crore processed in April 2026
• 22.35 billion UPI transactions in April 2026
• PhonePe leads with 46.4% market share

3. Commerce Layer: ONDC Launches B2B Trade Platform

The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has announced the launch of business-to-business (B2B) trade functionality on its platform, enabling merchants to engage directly with other businesses in wholesale trade⁶.

This development addresses critical challenges in India’s commerce ecosystem, including limited credit access, high logistics costs, and thin profit margins. By leveraging the open network, businesses can expand their reach, forge new partnerships, and tap into previously untapped markets⁷.

Key Features:

• Direct B2B marketplace on ONDC platform
• Enables wholesale trade between businesses
• Reduces dependency on single platforms
• Facilitates seamless connectivity and digital transformation

4. Sectoral Layer: National Health Authority Launches Revamped ABHA Mobile App

The National Health Authority (NHA) has unveiled a revamped Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) mobile application, designed to enhance health record management under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)⁸.

The updated app provides improved functionality for users to manage their personal health records, access digital health services, and interact with healthcare providers across the ABDM ecosystem⁹. This development aligns with India’s broader digital health transformation, which has seen over 50 crore ABHA numbers created to date¹⁰.

Key Improvements:

• Enhanced user interface for health record management
• Improved integration with healthcare providers
• Better accessibility for citizens
• Strengthened ABDM ecosystem connectivity

5. Trust Layer: CERT-In Releases Space Sector Cybersecurity Guidelines

India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has released joint cybersecurity guidelines with the Space Industry Association (SIA) India for the country’s rapidly growing space sector¹¹.

The guidelines aim to strengthen cybersecurity resilience in space infrastructure, addressing emerging threats and vulnerabilities in an industry that has seen accelerated growth in recent years. The move comes as India’s space sector experiences increased activity and investment, necessitating robust security frameworks to protect critical assets.

Key Focus Areas:

• Space sector cybersecurity guidelines
• Joint release with SIA India
• Protection of critical space infrastructure
• Emerging threat mitigation

Summary

The last 24 hours have seen significant developments across multiple layers of India’s Digital Public Infrastructure:

1. Identity Layer: UIDAI’s free document update extension provides long-term relief to millions
2. Payments Layer: UPI maintains overwhelming dominance with 85.5% market share
3. Commerce Layer: ONDC’s B2B launch expands digital commerce opportunities
4. Sectoral Layer: ABHA app revamp enhances digital health record management
5. Trust Layer: CERT-In’s space sector guidelines address emerging cybersecurity threats

These developments reflect India’s continued momentum in building a comprehensive, interoperable digital public infrastructure ecosystem that serves citizens, businesses, and government services alike.

DPI Brief — Published on May 20, 2026 Source coverage: L1 Identity, L2 Payments, L4 Commerce, L5 Sectoral, L7 Trust