The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced on 30 October 2026 that it held a CEO Roundtable to digitise India's General Trade ecosystem. Through the ONDC DigiDukaan initiative, small kirana retailers can use a single digital interface to order products from various brands and distributors, improving supply-chain efficiency. As of September 2026, the platform has connected over 21,000 retailers with more than 450 brands in Mumbai, Jaipur, and Hyderabad. The release does not say when the broader roadmap discussed at the roundtable takes effect.
Key points
- Over 21,000 retailers connected to 450+ brands as of September 2026
- Focus areas: common digital IDs for retailers, shared logistics, and expanded formal credit access
- 40% of surveyed retailers reported lower inventory holdings using DigiDukaan
- Active in Hyderabad, Jaipur, and Mumbai; next phase focuses on deepening participation in North Mumbai
When it applies
The document does not state when it takes effect.
Who it affects
- kirana retailers