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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 57 MIN

The Digital Backbone of India | A Conversation with Dr. Panneerselvam from MeitY

from At The BRIM · host Gayathri Prakash

Send us Fan MailHow do you reconcile the risk-averse nature of bureaucracy with the "fail fast" spirit of a startup?I sat down with Dr. Paneerselvam, CEO of MeitY Startup Hub, to pull back the curtain on India’s digital backbone. From managing Aadhaar and DigiLocker to scaling the next generation of entrepreneurs, we dive deep into what it takes to build a global innovation powerhouse from within the government.Inside the conversation:• The 2047 Vision: Shifting from "self-consumption" to global market dominance.• The Paradox: How a government entity adopts a startup mindset without losing stability.• The Equalizers: Why incubators are the secret to democratizing entrepreneurship in India.Building the future isn't just about code; it’s about the infrastructure that supports it. 🇮🇳 Thank you ! I hope today’s episode brought you closer to seeing yourself and the world around you with a little more clarity, love, and empathy. If something spoke to you today, —share it with someone who might need that same insight. And remember, the journey of self-acceptance and mindful thinking continues. Let’s keep the conversation going—find me on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, or YouTube, and let me know what’s on your mind. Until next time, stay kind to yourself and keep growingSupport the show

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