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DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | June 25, 2026 L4: Commerce & Logistics — ONDC, GeM, and the Democratisation of Digital Trade This week in India’s Commerce & Logistics layer of Digital Public Infrastructure has been one of the most active in recent memory. From ONDC closing a landmark ₹430 crore funding round and launching metro ticketing with Uber, to GeM signing two significant partnerships expanding multilingual access and rural procurement, and DigiDukaan going live in Jaipur — the momentum is unmistakable. Below, we unpack five major developments. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | June 18, 2026

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | June 04, 2026 L4 — Commerce & Logistics: ONDC, GeM This week’s deep dive examines India’s Commerce & Logistics digital infrastructure layer, where two landmark developments signal a decisive shift in the country’s digital commerce architecture. ONDC’s ₹220 crore fundraise from blue-chip strategic investors marks the network’s transition from pilot to national infrastructure, while GeM’s expanding footprint — from a new portal overhaul to conservation-linked community commerce — showcases the maturation of government procurement digitisation. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | May 07, 2026 Focus Layer: Commerce & Logistics (ONDC, GeM) Coverage Period: May 1-7, 2026 Executive Summary This week, India’s DPI-driven commerce infrastructure saw accelerated momentum with major platform integrations and expanded rural access. Amazon officially joined the ONDC network, bringing its logistics and Smart Commerce capabilities to India’s open e-commerce ecosystem. Simultaneously, GeM enhanced its user experience with flexible micro-learning programs while enabling seamless access to electric vehicle hiring for government buyers. The ONDC network reached 7.5 million transactions in February 2026, signaling growing adoption, while CSC-ONDC partnerships aim to bridge the digital divide for millions in rural India. These developments underscore India’s strategy to democratize digital commerce through open network protocols, similar to UPI’s success in payments. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | May 6, 2026 Focus Layer: Commerce & Logistics Coverage Period: April 29 - May 6, 2026 Executive Summary The past week has seen critical developments in India’s commerce and logistics DPI ecosystem, with a notable focus on supply chain resilience, digital procurement modernization, and cross-border e-commerce integration. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) accelerated industrial corridor projects in Haryana and Rajasthan, while the Census 2027 self-enumeration campaign demonstrated the power of digital identity for administrative efficiency. These developments highlight how the Commerce & Logistics layer increasingly depends on the Identity layer (Aadhaar, DigiLocker) and Payments layer (UPI) to create seamless, transparent economic ecosystems. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | April 30, 2026 Focus Layer: L4 Commerce & Logistics (ONDC, GeM) Coverage Period: April 23–30, 2026 Executive Summary This week’s L4 Commerce & Logistics deep dive captures two major DPI platforms at inflection points. ONDC celebrates its fourth anniversary with 350M+ cumulative transactions and pushes into multilingual commerce with its new Saarthi reference app, while also expanding mobility, logistics, and financial services across 1,200+ cities. GeM marks a landmark ₹18.4 lakh crore cumulative GMV, with MSEs commanding 68% of orders in FY26, though overall transaction value slipped 7.4% year-on-year. Together, these platforms anchor India’s open commerce and public procurement infrastructure, with 2026–27 roadmaps emphasizing AI-enabled seller tools, sovereign commerce, and deeper state-level adoption. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | April 16, 2026 Focus Layer: L4 Commerce & Logistics (ONDC, GeM) Coverage Period: April 9-16, 2026 Executive Summary This week’s L4 Commerce & Logistics developments highlight the contrasting trajectories of India’s two flagship digital procurement platforms. GeM (Government e-Marketplace) crossed a milestone ₹18.4 lakh crore in cumulative GMV, solidifying its position as India’s largest digital public procurement ecosystem. Meanwhile, ONDC faces governance scrutiny as analysts question transaction counting methodologies and platform neutrality. The broader e-commerce landscape continues its rapid evolution, with India’s e-retail market reaching $66 billion in GMV and quick commerce players facing intensified competition from Walmart-owned Flipkart and Amazon. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | April 09, 2026 Focus Layer: L4 — Commerce & Logistics Coverage Period: April 2–9, 2026 Executive Summary This week’s L4 Commerce & Logistics developments centre on two intersecting themes: the continued expansion of ONDC’s protocol-based e-commerce ecosystem and the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) strengthening its position as India’s primary public procurement platform. ONDC announced seller-friendly policies reducing commission burdens and eliminating exclusivity clauses, while India’s first digital Census (Census 2027) demonstrated how DPI layers can cascade into commerce infrastructure—self-enumeration data will eventually feed into MSME registration and GeM vendor verification systems. The broader context includes import duty relief for petrochemicals and telecom retail’s “phygital” transformation, both of which impact logistics and supply chain dynamics. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | April 02, 2026 Focus Layer: L4 Commerce & Logistics (ONDC, GeM) Coverage Period: March 26 - April 02, 2026 Executive Summary This week’s L4 Commerce & Logistics layer sees significant momentum as ONDC’s seller network crosses 6 lakh milestones, the WTO e-commerce moratorium expires creating global trade uncertainties, and IMF officially recognises India’s DPI as a global benchmark. Meanwhile, GeM continues expanding MSME participation in government procurement, with over 3 lakh artisans set to benefit from SFURTI-ONDC integration. ...

DPI Deep Dive — Thursday | March 26, 2026 Focus Layer: L4 Commerce & Logistics (ONDC, GeM) Coverage Period: March 19-26, 2026 Executive Summary This week’s L4 Commerce & Logistics layer sees the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) hitting a major milestone—crossing 200 million transactions with the last 100 million coming in just six months. The network has expanded to over 616 cities with more than 7.64 lakh sellers. Meanwhile, the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) continues its steady operations as the primary procurement platform for government agencies. The convergence of open commerce protocols with traditional government procurement marks an important week for India’s digital trade infrastructure. ...