Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack

On 4th September 2024, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) introduced the Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack, offering Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) through a distributed infrastructure to improve digital trust and service efficiency.

Key Points

NBFLite and Praamaanik: MeitY Secretary launched the NBFLite platform, a lightweight blockchain for startups and academia, enabling rapid application prototyping.
Additionally, Praamaanik, a blockchain-powered solution for verifying mobile app origins, was introduced.
National Blockchain Portal Launched: The National Blockchain Portal was unveiled to further support blockchain initiatives across India, promoting research and development in blockchain applications.
National Blockchain Framework (NBF): The NBF focuses on research, application development, and secure digital service delivery. The stack includes core functionalities like smart contracts and API gateways, with enhanced security and privacy hosted across NIC data centers in Bhubaneswar, Pune, and Hyderabad.
Collaborative Research and Innovation: The NBF initiative is a joint effort involving C-DAC, NIC, IIT Hyderabad, IIIT Hyderabad, IDRBT Hyderabad, and SETS Chennai.