Maharashtra's 'Golden Data': Revolutionizing Citizen Information Access

The Maharashtra government is preparing to launch a groundbreaking initiative, introducing a 'golden data' system designed to revolutionize access to citizen information. This database, encompassing the economic, social, and geographical details of 14 to 15 crore citizens, is set for unveiling on October 2. A senior official stated the data would be instrumental in identifying bogus beneficiaries and facilitating single-click information access.

The state has meticulously developed a Unified Data Hub, integrating records from multiple departments to create this comprehensive database. The primary objective is to generate golden records of beneficiaries, eliminating duplication and inconsistencies in the current frameworks. By providing detailed records, the government aims to implement welfare schemes efficiently, without necessitating fresh surveys.

This data repository, crafted by the information technology department, comprises personal information, including names, family members, work details, annual income, address, caste, education, and asset ownership. These specifics support verifying applicants' eligibility for welfare schemes, reinforcing the initiative's efficiency, the official added.