| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | DHRUVA - Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address |
| Proposed By | Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications |
| Core Concept | Address as a Service (AaaS) |
| Legislative Framework | Proposed amendments to the Post Office Act, 2023 |
| Key Features | |
| Digital Address Identifier (DAI): Unique ID assigned to existing physical addresses | |
| Address Service Providers (ASPs): Licensed entities for address creation, mapping, and verification | |
| Address Validation Agencies (AVAs): Independent bodies for address validation and authentication | |
| Interoperability and Standards: National framework for seamless integration across sectors | |
| Consent-Based Usage: DAIs generated and used only with informed consent | |
| Expected Benefits | Standardized addresses, improved delivery accuracy, enhanced digital governance, reduced costs, and transparency in government operations |
| Target Sectors | Logistics, e-commerce, finance, public welfare schemes |
| Public Consultation | Draft Bill published on December 7, 2025, public comments open until December 31, 2025 |
| Full Form | Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address |
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