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India is piloting its digital rupee, the e-rupee, for welfare payments to improve efficiency and reduce corruption in government subsidies. Farmers like Samadhan Sonawane are receiving funds directly for farm equipment, with similar trials underway for food distribution. The e-rupee offers programmable features to ensure funds are used as intended.
India is piloting its digital rupee, the e-rupee, for welfare payments to improve efficiency and reduce corruption in government subsidies. Farmers like Samadhan Sonawane are receiving funds directly for farm equipment, with similar trials underway for food distribution. The e-rupee offers programmable features to ensure funds are used as intended.
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