A revolutionary blockchain-based digital identity system has been launched nationwide, providing secure, tamper-proof identification for 1.4 billion citizens and eliminating the need for physical documents in most government and commercial transactions.

The system uses advanced cryptography and distributed ledger technology to create unforgeable digital identities that citizens control through secure mobile applications. The platform integrates with all government services and is being adopted by banks, healthcare providers, and educational institutions.

Digital Identity Project Director Dr. Amit Verma explained, 'This system represents a fundamental shift from document-based to cryptographically-secured identity verification. Citizens have complete control over their data while enjoying unprecedented convenience and security.'

Key benefits include instant verification for government services, elimination of identity theft, and seamless access to banking and healthcare. The system has already processed 100 million identity verifications with zero security breaches.

The blockchain infrastructure is distributed across 1,000 nodes nationwide, ensuring resilience and preventing single points of failure. International cybersecurity experts have validated the system's security architecture.

The success has attracted global attention, with 15 countries expressing interest in implementing similar systems. The technology is being offered as a digital public good to support global development initiatives.