Source: PIB
Why in News?
India improved its rank to 45th globally (up 4 places) in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025, with its score rising to 54.43/100, reflecting stronger digital and network preparedness.
About Network Readiness Index (NRI)
The Network Readiness Index (NRI) is a global index that assesses how effectively countries leverage information and communication technologies (ICTs) to promote:
- Economic growth
- Innovation
- Governance efficiency
- Social development
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Prepared by the Portulans Institute, an independent non-profit research and educational institution based in Washington, DC.
Aim of the Index
- Measure a country’s readiness to use digital networks and emerging technologies.
- Evaluate how ICT adoption translates into inclusive growth and societal impact.
India’s Performance in NRI 2025
Rank & Score
- Rank: 45th (up from 49th in 2024)
- Score: 54.43 (up from 53.63 in 2024)
Areas of Global Leadership
India ranked 1st globally in:
- Annual investment in telecommunication services
- AI scientific publications
- ICT services exports
- E-commerce legislation
Strong Infrastructure & Usage
India secured 2nd rank globally in:
- FTTH/building internet subscriptions
- Mobile broadband traffic
- International internet bandwidth
Market Scale
- Ranked 3rd in domestic market scale, reflecting India’s large digitally active population.
Income-Level Performance
- Ranked 2nd among lower-middle-income countries.
- Performance exceeds expectations relative to its income level.
